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The Passion of Ayn Rand

Upon the death of Ayn Rand (Dame Helen Mirren), Barbara Branden (Julie Delpy) recounts the story of her dealings with the enigmatic twentieth century philosopher and author. Barbara and her husband, Nathaniel Branden (Eric Stoltz), meet Rand and her husband, Frank O'Connor (Peter Fonda) and immediately establish a rapport. Rand takes the youthful Nathaniel under her wing and begins to show a non-platonic interest in her protégé. Barbara must sit by as the two begin what becomes a long, tumultuous affair.

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Helen Mirren
Ayn Rand
Eric Stoltz
Nathaniel
Julie Delpy
Barbara

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Awards

  • 2000 - Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actress in a Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television - nominated
  • 2000 - Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television - winner
  • 2000 - Actor - Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries - nominated
  • 1999 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie - winner

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