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Ladies in Lavender
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Ladies in Lavender

2004 · 104 min Drama Romance
⭐ 6.4 / 10 · TMDB

Andrea, a gifted young Polish violinist from Krakow, is bound for America when he is swept overboard by a storm. When the Widdington sisters discover the handsome stranger on the beach below their house, they nurse him back to health. However, the presence of the musically talented young man disrupts the peaceful lives of Ursula and Janet and the community in which they live.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Charles Dance

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Judi Dench

Judi Dench

Ursula

Maggie Smith

Maggie Smith

Janet

Daniel Brühl

Daniel Brühl

Andrea

Freddie Jones

Freddie Jones

Jan Pendered

Natascha McElhone

Natascha McElhone

Olga

Miriam Margolyes

Miriam Margolyes

Dorcas

David Warner

David Warner

Dr Mead

Clive Russell

Clive Russell

Adam Penruddocke

Toby Jones

Toby Jones

Hedley

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Richard Pears

Barry

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