We Need Each Other

In 1950s London, a middle-aged housewife leads a double life as a back-alley abortionist. She provides a vital service to desperate women, but her secret work is about to be exposed. The film explores the moral complexities and societal pressures faced by women.

Vera Drake received widespread critical acclaim for its powerful performances, sensitive direction, and thought-provoking exploration of a controversial subject. Critics lauded its ability to humanize its characters and highlight the difficult choices women faced in a restrictive era.

• Praised for Imelda Staunton's commanding performance as the central character.

• Commended for its unflinching yet compassionate portrayal of a taboo subject.

• Hailed as a timely and important film that sparks significant discussion.

Google audience: Audiences and critics alike lauded the film's powerful and empathetic storytelling, highlighting its moving performances and the sensitive handling of its difficult themes. Many appreciated its historical context and the important conversations it aims to spark.

Nominated for 3 Academy Awards, including Best Director and Best Actress for Imelda Staunton. Won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival.

Director Mike Leigh has stated that the film was inspired by a real-life abortionist he knew of during his youth in the 1950s.