Actress Imelda Staunton is superb as the kindly, middle-aged cleaning lady in the London 50’s who hides a devastating secret. With the icy thrill of a master of suspense, Writer/Director Mike Leigh reveals her life as a backstreet abortionist and the tragic consequences that follow. It garnered top honors at the Venice Film Festival, as well as accolades from BAFTA and British Independent Film Award ceremonies.
