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Vera Drake

R20042h 5mMike Leigh
IMDb 7.6 · Rotten Tomatoes 92% · Metacritic 83
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"Wife. Mother. Criminal."

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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Frequently asked questions

What is Vera Drake (2004) about?

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

Who stars in Vera Drake?

Vera Drake stars Imelda Staunton (Vera Drake), Phil Davis (Stan), Sally Hawkins (Susan Wells), Daniel Mays (Sid), Eddie Marsan (Reg). The film was directed by Mike Leigh.

How long is Vera Drake?

Vera Drake has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2004. It is rated R.

Is Vera Drake worth watching?

Vera Drake holds an IMDb rating of 7.6/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 92. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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