Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003) Review

Is Girl with a Pearl Earring worth watching?

Yes — Girl with a Pearl Earring is worth watching, with a 72% Critic Score and 74% Audience Score on Celluloid. It earns a 71% Celluloid Score across critic reviews, audience polls, Metascore (72), Letterboxd (3.4/5), and IMDb (6.9/10).

Directed by Peter Webber, Girl with a Pearl Earring runs 101 minutes in English. On Celluloid we index it for “Girl with a Pearl Earring review”, “is Girl with a Pearl Earring worth watching”, and related discovery queries from France.

What is Girl with a Pearl Earring about?

This film, adapted from a work of fiction by author Tracy Chevalier, tells a story about the events surrounding the creation of the painting “Girl With A Pearl Earring” by 17th century Dutch master Johannes Vermeer. A young peasant maid working in the house of painter Johannes Vermeer becomes his talented assistant and the model for one of his most famous works.

Critics consensus: A luminous Vermeer period piece — Murphy’s Pieter provides romantic friction opposite Scarlett Johansson. The film stars Cillian Murphy, Scarlett Johansson, Colin Firth, Tom Wilkinson, Judy Parfitt, and others.

Should you watch Girl with a Pearl Earring tonight?

Yes, if the premise appeals — Girl with a Pearl Earring is a solid pick among France drama. At 101 minutes, it fits a single sitting — and the five-source score breakdown on the movie page shows where critics and audiences agree.

Where can I watch Girl with a Pearl Earring?

Streaming availability varies by region — check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and local OTT platforms, or theatrical revivals. Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003) is indexed on CelluloidScore.com with cast, scores, and IMDb tt0335119. Explore more from France on our country hub or browse drama films.