ANNA AND THE KING (1999)

CHARACTER Anna Leonowens, English schoolteacher employed by the King of Siam

IMPERILED? A possible military invasion threatens the lives of King Mongkut, his children, and even Anna herself.

EMPOWERED? Not only does Anna help foil the coup, but her frank, flirtatious relationship with her royal employer helps dilute some fusty cultural taboos.

EW MOVIE GRADE: C+ (Read the EW review)