However , it was acquired by Miramax and released to unexpected success , going on to earn $9 million worldwide .
The film was produced by the BBC and Ecosse Films with the intention of being shown on BBC One and on WGBH 's Masterpiece Theatre .
It was acquired by Miramax and released to unexpected success , going on to earn $9 million worldwide .
The film was produced by the BBC and Ecosse Films with the intention of being shown on BBC One and on WGBH 's Masterpiece Theatre .