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Vera Drake

English • 2004 • 2h 5m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Synopsis

Abortionist Vera Drake finds her beliefs and practices clash with the mores of 1950s Britain – a conflict that leads to tragedy for her family.

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Directed by Mike Leigh
Position 9
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Additions: June 2020
Position 77

Credits

Crew

DirectorMike Leigh

WriterMike Leigh

CinematographerDick Pope

ComposerAndrew Dickson

EditorJim Clark

ProducerAlain Sarde, Simon Channing Williams

Cast

Imelda Stauntonas Vera Drake

Phil Davisas Stan

Sally Hawkinsas Susan Wells

as Sid

Eddie Marsanas Reg

Alex Kellyas Ethel

Ruth Sheenas Lily

Adrian Scarboroughas Frank

Heather Craneyas Joyce

Lesley Manvilleas Mrs. Wells

Simon Chandleras Mr. Wells

Wendy Nottinghamas Ivy

Richard Grahamas George

Anna Keaveneyas Nellie

Peter Wightas Det. Inspector Webster

Martin Savageas Det. Sergeant Vickers

Helen Cokeras WPC Best

Jim Broadbentas Judge

Gerard Monacoas Kenny

Leo Billas Ronny

Vera Drake (2004) | Criteria