DramaRomance
Theatrical October 13, 1995
The Scarlet Letter poster

The Scarlet Letter (1995)

The Scarlet Letter is a book-based movie adapted from "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne. This Drama/Romance film is a loose adaptation, and its release date is October 13, 1995.

The Source Material

The Scarlet Letter

Euthyphron - Alkibiades - Gorgias - Menexenos

by Nathaniel Hawthorne

See Book Details

These are affiliate links. Boovie may earn a commission if you purchase through them, at no additional cost to you.

Overview

by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a classic novel set in Puritanical Boston in the mid-17th century. It tells the story of Hester Prynne, a young woman who is publicly shamed and ostracized for having a child out of wedlock. Hester is forced to wear a scarlet “A” on h…

About The Movie

Description

Set in puritanical Boston in the mid 1600s, the story of seamstress Hester Prynne, who is outcast after she becomes pregnant by a respected reverend. She refuses to divulge the name of the father, is "convicted" of adultery and forced to wear a scarlet "A" until an Indian attack unites the Puritans and leads to a reevaluation of their laws and morals.

Details

Title
The Scarlet Letter
Original Title
The Scarlet Letter
Original Language
EN
Genres
Drama, Romance
US Theatrical
October 13, 1995 · Rated R