Mona Lisa Smile (2003) — Perfery

(2003)Directed by Mike Newell117 min · PG-13Drama, History, Romance

“They had everything. She showed them more.”

Katherine Watson is a recent UCLA graduate hired to teach art history at the prestigious all-female Wellesley College, in 1953. Determined to confront the outdated mores of society and the institution that embraces them, Katherine inspires her traditional students, including Betty and Joan, to challenge the lives they are expected to lead.

Julia Robertsas Katherine Ann Watson

Kirsten Dunstas Betty Warren

Julia Stilesas Joan Brandwyn

Maggie Gyllenhaalas Giselle Levy

Ginnifer Goodwinas Connie Baker

Dominic Westas Bill Dunbar

Juliet Stevensonas Amanda Armstrong

Marcia Gay Hardenas Nancy Abbey

John Slatteryas Paul Moore

Marian Seldesas President Jocelyn Carr

Donna Mitchellas Mrs. Warren

Terence Rigbyas Dr. Edward Staunton

Jennie Eisenhoweras Girl at the Station

Leslie Lylesas Housing Director

Laura Allenas Susan Delacorte

Topher Graceas Tommy Donegal

Lily Lodgeas House Matron

Jordan Bridgesas Spencer Jones

Ebon Moss-Bachrachas Charlie Stewart

Christopher Bradenas Bartender

Chuck Montgomeryas Tall Man

Taylor Robertsas Louise

John Scurtias Stan Sher

EP Ed Peedas Taxi Driver