Genres: Drama
Languages: English
Year: 2004
Vote: 7.2
Festival & Award: Venice - Golden Lion
Vera Drake
The showmakers
Overview
Abortionist Vera Drake finds her beliefs and practices clash with the mores of 1950s Britain – a conflict that leads to tragedy for her family.
Indie vibes check
Mike Leigh’s film was created with a highly improvisational approach and independent storytelling, aligning it with independent cinema.