Directed by:
Stephen Frears

Written by:
Steve Coogan
Jeff Pope

Based on the book by:
Martin Sixsmith

Genre:
Biography | Comedy | Drama

Runtime:
98 mins

Plot:
A world-weary political journalist picks up the story of a woman’s search for her son, who was taken away from her decades ago after she became pregnant and was forced to live in a convent.

Release Date:
November 22, 2013

Reception:

Judi Dench
Steve Coogan
Sophie Kennedy Clark
Mare Winningham
Barbara Jefford
Ruth McCabe

Nominations
  • Best Motion Picture of the Year | Gabrielle Tana, Steve Coogan, Tracey Seaward
  • Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role | Judi Dench
  • Best Adapted Screenplay | Steve Coogan, Jeff Pope
  • Best Achievement in Music, Original Score | Alexandre Desplat
Wins
  • Best Adapted Screenplay | Steve Coogan, Jeff Pope
Nominations
  • Best Film | Gabrielle Tana, Steve Coogan, Tracey Seaward
  • Best Leading Actress | Judi Dench
  • Best British Film | Stephen Frears, Gabrielle Tana, Steve Coogan, Tracey Seaward, Jeff Pope
Nominations
  • Best Motion Picture – Drama
  • Best Actress – Drama | Judi Dench
  • Best Screenplay – Motion Picture | Steve Coogan, Jeff Pope
Nominations
  • Outstanding Female Actor in a Leading Role | Judi Dench
Nominations