Home
search
more | tips
IMDb > Solomon and Gaenor (1999)
Solomon and Gaenor
Quicklinks
Top Links
trailers and videosfull cast and crewtriviaofficial sitesmemorable quotes
Overview
main detailscombined detailsfull cast and crewcompany creditstv schedule
Awards & Reviews
user commentsexternal reviewsnewsgroup reviewsawardsuser ratingsparents guiderecommendationsmessage board
Plot & Quotes
plot summaryplot synopsisplot keywordsAmazon.com summarymemorable quotes
Fun Stuff
triviagoofssoundtrack listingcrazy creditsalternate versionsmovie connectionsFAQ
Other Info
merchandising linksbox office/businessrelease datesfilming locationstechnical specslaserdisc detailsDVD detailsliterature listingsNewsDesk
Promotional
taglines trailers and videos posters photo gallery
External Links
showtimesofficial sitesmiscellaneousphotographssound clipsvideo clips

Solomon and Gaenor (1999) More at IMDbPro »

Photos (see all 8 | slideshow) Videos
Solomon and Gaenor (1999) -- A tragic love story between a Jewish young man and a Welsh woman in the beginning of the century. The movie is mostly in English with parts in Welsh and Yiddish

Overview

User Rating:
6.8/10   660 votes
MOVIEmeter: ?
Down 4% in popularity this week. See rank & trends on IMDbPro.
Director:
Paul Morrison
Writer:
Paul Morrison (writer)
Contact:
View company contact information for Solomon & Gaenor on IMDbPro.
Release Date:
30 April 1999 (UK) more
Genre:
Drama | Romance more
Tagline:
Their tragedy was to fall in love.
Plot:
A tragic love story between a Jewish young man and a Welsh woman in the beginning of the century. The movie is mostly in English with parts in Welsh and Yiddish full summary | add synopsis
Plot Keywords:
more
Awards:
Nominated for Oscar. Another 7 wins & 1 nomination more
User Comments:
Is this an English or a Welsh film??? more

Cast

  (Cast overview, first billed only)

Ioan Gruffudd ... Solomon Levinsky
Nia Roberts ... Gaenor Rees
Sue Jones-Davies ... Gwen (as Sue Jones Davies)
William Thomas ... Idris Rees
Mark Lewis Jones ... Crad Rees
Maureen Lipman ... Rezl
David Horovitch ... Isaac
Bethan Ellis Owen ... Bronwen
Adam Jenkins ... Thomas
Cyril Shaps ... Ephraim
Daniel Kaye ... Philip
Elliot Cantor ... Benjamin
Steffan Rhodri ... Noah Jones
Emyr Wyn ... Reverend Roberts
Julian Lewis Jones ... Wyn
more
Create a character page for: ?

Additional Details

Also Known As:
Solomon & Gaenor (USA)
Solomon a Gaenor (UK: Welsh title)
more
MPAA:
Rated R for sexuality and a scene of violence.
Runtime:
Argentina:105 min | Germany:102 min
Country:
UK
Language:
English | Welsh | Yiddish
Color:
Color
Company:
APT Films more

Fun Stuff

Trivia:
Rabbi Daniel Levy (who plays Rabbi Wolfe) is an Orthodox Rabbi, and at the time was the Rabbi of the Orthodox Synagogue in Cardiff. more
Quotes:
Solomon Levinsky: You pray to your God. And I'll pray to mine. more

FAQ

How does it end?
more
4 out of 4 people found the following comment useful:-
Is this an English or a Welsh film???, 14 February 2006
7/10
Author: carys816 from United Kingdom

Being Welsh, and being able to speak the language, I was particularly drawn to this film. This film is also part of the A level syllabus which is taught on Welsh courses, and even for Welsh learners. I see that many people have commented on the content of the film, and the effects of the love story in general. I would like to comment on the 'language' ethic of the film. As the film is trilingual, we notice it immediately raises a cultural conflict. However, most people have found that the film was shot in Welsh and English for the purposes of 'Welsh' audiences. I watched the Welsh version the other day, and it just doesn't make sense. To me, each culture is represented by the language that's spoken, be it Welsh, English and Yiddish. I see English as particularly symbolic as it provides a bridge between the Welsh/ Yiddish culture, which is embodied by Solomon and Gaenor. Why then, is it necessary to have a Welsh version where Solomon can coincidentally speak Welsh with a wonderful accent?? I was very confused by this. I think the English version should remain as it is, as this is the true purpose of the film- to present a story of forbidden love within the diversity of culture. English is a very important part of the film, and to record a Welsh version of it just seems pointless to the meaning of the story. I have every intention of thinking of this as a Welsh film, but that small difference has made a difference to its whole intention. Apart from this, the English version provided us with excellent acting, a wonderful score and a meaningful portrayal of love an Wales.

Was the above comment useful to you?
more

Message Boards

Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for Solomon and Gaenor (1999)
Recent Posts (updated daily)User
Help! kaitlynpatey
this was filmed by my house garethbionicboy
What was he thinking? jg1972
Religious incongruity? Tzitzit but no kippa jg1972
one of the best movies I've seen! silverbubble20
Good romantic movie... Kris656
more

Recommendations

If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
- - - - -
The Man Who Cried The Heart of Me Yentl Hedd Wyn Liberty Heights
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
Show more recommendations

Related Links

Full cast and crew Company credits External reviews
News articles IMDb Drama section IMDb UK section
Add this title to MyMovies

You may report errors and omissions on this page to the IMDb database managers. They will be examined and if approved will be included in a future update. Clicking the 'Update' button will take you through a step-by-step process.