Kew's Forgotten Queen (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film
Released in 2016, Kew's Forgotten Queen is a documentary film directed by Irene Antoniades, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Within Kew Gardens stands an extraordinary gallery, celebrating the work of one of the most prolific botanical artists of the Victorian age. At a time when women barely left their parlour rooms, Marianne North's globetrotting exploits defied convention as she travelled alone at the height of the British Empire. From Borneo and Brazil to Japan, South Africa, Australia and India, she fearlessly navigated the world twice over in her pursuit of capturing every living plant on canvas. Actress Emilia Fox tells the story of how this Victorian rebel changed the face of botanical research, propelling her to the top of a male-dominated world of science and exploration, gaining the admiration of Charles Darwin and even Queen Victoria. Retracing Marianne's footsteps and her passion for the natural world, Emilia revisits the awe-inspiring locations of some of her greatest experiences.
Who’s in it. Kew's Forgotten Queen stars Emilia Fox as Herself - Presenter.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kew's Forgotten Queen page.
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- Where can I watch Kew's Forgotten Queen (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kew's Forgotten Queen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Kew's Forgotten Queen?
- Kew's Forgotten Queen stars Emilia Fox.
- When was Kew's Forgotten Queen released?
- Kew's Forgotten Queen was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.