Vera Drake
Vera Drake
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Vera Drake (2004)

R (US) | UK, France, USA | English | 125 min
Directed by: Mike Leigh
7.6

Vera Drake is a selfless woman who is completely devoted to, and loved by, her working class family. She spends her days doting on them and caring for her sick neighbor and elderly mother. However, she also secretly visits women and helps them induce miscarriages for unwanted pregnancies. While the practice itself was illegal in 1950s England, Vera sees herself as simply helping women in need, and always does so with a smile and kind words of encouragement. When the authorities finally find her out, Vera's world and family life rapidly unravel.

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Best Costume Design

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Best Writing, Original Screenplay

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Release Date

Italy
(Venice Film Festival)
2004-09-06
Spain
(San Sebastián Film Festival)
2004-09-23
Brazil
(Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival)
2004-09-27
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Also Known As (A.K.A.)

Vera Drake
(Original title)
El secreto de Vera Drake
Argentina
Vera Drake
Australia
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Parent Guide

Sex & Nudity
Mild
Violence & Gore
Mild
Profanity
Mild
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Mild
Frightening & Intense Scenes
Moderate