Vera Drake(2004)- User Reviews

This was powerful film for me. Mike Leigh wrote the character of Vera to be so loving and caring that it made so hard to take what happens to her when she is found out by the police. Imelda Staunton is so overwhelming as Vera, it breaks your heart. …more»

Most everyone reviewing the film has given it either an A or an F. the Fs are totally based on their views on abortion, not the movie.

the film was pretty typical mike leigh. he gave a fair view of a complicated issue. his portrayal of vera was sympathetic …more»

I have just to see the premiere of the movie in Paris and I am confused.The movie is stunning.Imelda Staunton's performance is outstanding.She is really moving;I hope she wins the oscar.The supporting actors and actresses are excellent too.
Absortion …more»

This film although about a very controversial topic does not pass judgement...the mark of great story telling. The acting is nothing short of superb. I am convinced that the Britts are the moat natural born actors on the globe.

Mike Leigh allows the …more»

I cannot believe that over 100 other unabashedly biased people actually had the nerve to rate this film poorly, based entirely on the fact that it potrayed an opinion that differed with theirs, mainly the debacle of pro-choice vs pro-life.(Obviously …more»

I'm so surprise that Imelda didn't win any award from oscar and golden globe. She is the one that truly deserves it! I think this movie is great and a lot more better than will smith's new movie.
But still, nobody seems to notice it. Way to …more»

I find it hard to understand the rating in
Film Journal International Lewis Beale,-
He who gave Vera Drake a D

This film is a bit slow at first, with many new characters all entering the screen. Only a few minutes, and then it soon develops into a …more»

I was kind of angry when I read some of the reviews of this movie. It seems as though this movie only got A's or F's and it is because people disagreed with the abortion issue. I don't believe that this movie was made to change people's …more»

Atmospheric, well-written character study of Vera Drake (Imelda Staunton), a kind-hearted housekeeper who takes care of both her family, including husband Stanley (Philip Davis), adult children Ethel(Alex Kelly) and Sid (Daniel Mays), as well as her elderly …more»

Mike Leigh's Vera Drake has been herald by critics and not without good reason. However, I found the movie to be a bit too subtle for its own good. The plot is a bit too simplistic and follows the basic formula given by the film's trailer.  …more»