| The Dawning | |
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| Directed by | Robert Knights |
| Screenplay by | Moira Williams |
| Based on | The Old Jest by Jennifer Johnston |
| Produced by | Sarah Lawson |
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| Cinematography | Adrian Biddle |
| Edited by | Max Lemon |
| Music by | Simon May |
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Running time | 97 minutes |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
The Dawning is a 1988 British drama film based on Jennifer Johnston's novel, The Old Jest, which depicts the Irish War of Independence through the eyes of the Anglo-Irish landlord class. It stars Anthony Hopkins, Hugh Grant, Jean Simmons, Trevor Howard, and Rebecca Pidgeon, and was produced by Sarah Lawson, through her company Lawson Productions.