Anna and the King

US (1999): Drama/Romance

This is the story of Anna Leonowens (Jodie Foster), the English schoolteacher who came to Siam in the 1860s to teach the children of King Mongkut (Yun-Fat Chow). She becomes involved in his affairs, from the tragic plight of a young concubine to trying to forge an alliance with Britain to a war with Burma that is orchestrated by Britain. In the meantime, a subtle romance develops between them. (IMDb)


· Achievement in Art Direction 1999: Luciana Arrighi, Art Direction; Ian Whittaker, Set Decoration
· Achievement in Costume Design 1999: Jenny Beavan

2 nominations