Vera Drake

About Vera Drake

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

Vera Drake (2004) is a drama film directed by Mike Leigh. Imelda Staunton takes the lead as Vera Drake, Phil Davis as Stan, Sally Hawkins as Susan Wells, and Daniel Mays as Sid.

Released in October 2004, it runs 125 minutes. Written by Mike Leigh. It was produced by Inside Track.

Shelv files it under england, neighbor, women's prison, and miscarriage. American members can watch it on BFI Player Amazon Channel. It scores 7.2 out of 10 from 426 TMDB voters and it carries a R rating.

Kill Bill: Vol. 2, Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn), and Identity Thief make useful companions to Vera Drake, all filed under female protagonist, mother role, and police.