“A page of history is worth a pound of logic.”The streaming platform Netflix hooked their audience with multiple genres. Netflix turned the page of history and lands on a gripping new period drama set in 1938.
It tells the true story behind the excavation of the Sutton Hoo burial site on the eve of the Second World War. Directed by Australia’s Simon Stone, starring Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes in the movie.
It’s based on the 2007 novel of the same name by John Preston. The Dig is a phenomenal movie with a gripping storyline that reflects the social interaction. The Dig British archaeological drama is streaming on Netflix on 29 January 2021.
Grab your popcorn and watch the British period drama about archaeology and discovery.
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What is the plot of the movie?
The movie revolves around a wealthy widow named Carey Mulligan who hires an amateur archaeologist for digging. As she is suspicious about the mysterious formation on her land to excavate the burial mounds on her estate. They make a historic discovery, the echoes of Britain’s past resonate in face of its uncertain future.
The real-life story of the 1939 archaeological discovery of the Sutton Hoo burial site, that excavated in Sussex, England. The center of the story underlines the searching for the past through the things we leave behind.
The Dig is quite thrilling and mysterious in the initial phases. It makes you instantly curious about what could lie underneath. With a gripping storyline, gorgeous countryside visuals, historic costumes, the accents-the movie has it all
It depicts the concepts of perseverance and the story of love and alienation, tangled with emotions and hopes. Watch the movie streaming on Netflix.
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What is the cast of the movie?
The movie starring Carey Mulligan and Ralph Fiennes in the central role. Carey Mulligan stars as Edith Pretty, a widow who finances a historical excavation on her property in 1939 Suffolk, England. Her first major appearance was playing Kitty Bennet in Pride & Prejudice. She received an Oscar nomination for Best Actress for the coming-of-age film “An Education.”
Ralph Fiennes plays Basil Brown, an amateur archaeologist who hires by Edith Pretty. He performs for excavation of the burial mounds of her estate. Fiennes received Oscar nominations for portraying Amon Goeth in Schindler’s List and Almásy in The English Patient. He appears as Lord Voldemort, in Harry Potter movie
Lily James plays Peggy Piggott, a married archaeologist who finds her happiness as lacks of romance in life. He spends time with Edith’s cousin. She known for her role in the period drama series Downton Abbey. Her first breakthrough film was the title role in Cinderella in 2015.
Ben Chaplin plays Stuart Piggott, an archaeologist who shows little romantic interest in his wife, Peggy. He known for his roles in The Thin Red Line, Cinderella, etc.
Ken Stott plays Charles Phillips, an archaeologist from the British Museum who tried to abolish Basil’s work. He more recently known for his role as the dwarf Balin in The Hobbit film trilogy.
The other supporting cast includes Johnny Flynn, Archie Barnes , Monica Dolan in the movie.
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Where to watch the movie?
The Dig is streaming on the platform of Netflix. Get an active subscription and the new installment of drama. The subscription plan is currently $14.99per month plus applicable taxes.
