Keira Knightley,Emily Jewell,Hayley Atwell in The Duchess (2008)

As the young Duchess of Devonshire Georgiana Spencer (Keira Knightley) proves unable to produce a male heir for her callous husband (Ralph Fiennes), she grapples with the Duke's many infidelities as well as her lack of rights within the opulent household. Georgiana's liberal leanings further stir her passions when presented with the opportunity for an affair of her own. Lavish drama set in the 18th century co-stars Charlotte Rampling, Dominic Cooper. 109 min.