Movie Info: Sleeping Dictionary (2003)

Director: Guy Jenkin

Writer: Guy Jenkin

Genre: Drama, Romance

John Truscott travels to Borneo to work with the Iban people as part of the British colonial government. Upon his arrival, he is given a 'sleeping dictionary,' an local woman named Selima who is meant to help him learn their language and culture. As they spend time together, John develops feelings f...