The Best Sally Hawkins Movies
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1Sally Hawkins, Alexis Zegerman, Andrea RiseboroughTeacher Poppy Cross (Sally Hawkins) is an eternal optimist who lives with her more cynical friend Zoe (Alexis Zegerman). Deciding she wants to learn to drive, she starts taking lessons from Scott (Eddie Marsan), a tense and downbeat instructor who believes Poppy's levity reflects a lack of seriousness. Although they clash, Poppy is not deterred from her goal. Meanwhile, she starts dating Tim, a social worker who came to her school to help a child.
2Sally Hawkins, Bob Hoskins, Miranda RichardsonRita O'Grady (Sally Hawkins) works for the Ford Motor Co. plant in Dagenham, England. Despite performing the specialized task of sewing upholstery for car seats, women are classified as unskilled labor and paid much less than men. Encouraged by a sympathetic union representative, Rita agrees to bring the women's grievances to Ford. The meeting goes badly and, outraged by the company's lack of respect for them, Rita leads her colleagues to strike.
3Sally Hawkins, Anthony Head, Alice KrigePersuasion is a 2007 British television film adaptation of Jane Austen's novel Persuasion. It was directed by Adrian Shergold and the screenplay was written by Simon Burke. Sally Hawkins stars as the protagonist Anne Elliot, while Rupert Penry-Jones plays Frederick Wentworth. Eight years prior to the film's beginning, Anne was persuaded to reject Wentworth's proposal of marriage. Now 27 and unmarried, Anne re-encounters Wentworth, who has made his fortune in the Napoleonic Wars and is looking for a wifeโanyone but Anne, whom he has not forgiven for rejecting him all those years ago. Persuasion was one of three novels adapted for ITV's Jane Austen season. It was the first of the three adaptations to begin development. The drama was co-produced by Clerkenwell Films and American studio WGBH Boston. Persuasion premiered on 1 April 2007 in the United Kingdom and was watched by 5.4 million viewers. Persuasion received mixed reviews from television critics.
4Timothy Spall, Lesley Manville, Alison GarlandPenny's love for her partner, cabdriver Phil, has run dry. He is a philosophical guy, and she works on the checkout at a supermarket. Their daughter Rachel cleans in a home for elderly people, and their son Rory is unemployed and aggressive. The joy has gone out of Phil's and Penny's life, but when an unexpected tragedy occurs, they are brought together to rediscover their love.
5Ewan McGregor, Colin Farrell, Hayley AtwellLife is good for the Blaine brothers, at least for the moment. Ian (Ewan McGregor), a restaurateur, is in love with a gorgeous actress (Hayley Atwell) ; and Terry (Colin Farrell) wins big at the dog track and buys a yacht. Their luck soon changes when Terry's loan sharks come calling. The brothers ask their wealthy Uncle Howard (Tom Wilkinson) for a loan, which he is happy to provide in exchange for one little favor: Kill a whistle-blowing colleague.
6Imelda Staunton, Philip Davis, Peter WightIn 1950s England, housekeeper Vera Drake (Imelda Staunton) is a kindly wife and mother who offers selfless devotion and unwavering care to her family, which includes her husband (Philip Davis) and two grown children (Alex Kelly, Daniel Mays). However, unknown to her friends and family, Drake provides abortions to local women with unwanted pregnancies. When the authorities learn of her illegal activities, Drake loses the admiration of many around her -- and possibly her freedom.
7Peter Sarsgaard, Carey Mulligan, Alfred MolinaIn the 2009 drama film, An Education, a bright but naive schoolgirl Jenny Mellor (Carey Mulligan) finds her life taking an unexpected turn when she becomes enamored with a charming older man, David Goldman (Peter Sarsgaard). Set in 1960s suburban London, the movie unfolds as Jenny's traditional education is juxtaposed against the glamorous, yet morally ambiguous lifestyle that David introduces. Directed by Lone Scherfig and penned by Nick Hornby, the film earned three Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture. The narrative explores themes of love, deception, and the price of maturity without sacrificing its undercurrent of societal critique.Moreย An Education
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8Daniel Craig, Colm Meaney, Kenneth CranhamIn Layer Cake, Daniel Craig portrays an unnamed drug dealer, a character who's polished, suave, and notorious in the London underworld. As he plans for early retirement, this protagonist finds himself entangled in an intricate web of deceit and murder spun by his boss Jimmy Price (Kenneth Cranham). This British crime thriller, directed by Matthew Vaughn, takes the audience on a labyrinthine journey through the treacherous underbelly of England's capital. Noted for its tight plot and gritty realism, Layer Cake is a riveting exploration of organized crime that serves as a potent reminder of the consequences of ambition and greed.
9Timothy Spall, Sally Hawkins, Liya Kebede"From the desert to the catwalk: In order to avoid an arranged marriage, 13-year-old Waris Dirie fled her village in the Somali capital of Mogadishu and made her way to London with the help of relatives. Faced with having to return to the African continent a couple of years later, she went into hiding โ until star photographer Terry Donaldson came across her and changed everything. Designers were desperate for the nomad girl and Waris Dirie rose to become one of the worldโs most famous models. She triggered a worldwide media response at the height of her career when she revealed the dark secret of her genital circumcision. This reaction encouraged Waris Dirie to dedicate her future life to fighting against this cruelly archaic ritual. This is Sherry Hormannโs moving adaptation of Waris Dirieโs autobiography โDesert Flowerโ." Quoting the synopsis on the Zurich Film Festival site.
10Craig Roberts, Yasmin Paige, Noah TaylorOliver (Craig Roberts) is a Welsh teen who has some things on his mind. First is losing his virginity before his 16th birthday. He sets out to woo his feisty classmate Jordana (Yasmin Paige). Then Oliver focuses on holding his family together. His father (Noah Taylor), a depressed marine biologist, seems unequal to the task of preventing Oliver's mother (Sally Hawkins) from succumbing to the dubious charms of a spiritual guru (Paddy Considine) from down the road.Moreย Submarine- #80 of 102 onThe Best British Comedy Movies
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11Naomi Watts, Ed Norton, Liev SchreiberCaught in an affair with another man (Liev Schreiber), a scientist's callow wife (Naomi Watts) accompanies her husband (Edward Norton) to mainland China in the 1920s to fight a cholera epidemic. There, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery that leads to an unexpected chance at redemption.Moreย The Painted Veil- #32 of 80 onThe Best Period Romance Movies
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12Carey Mulligan, Andrew Garfield, Keira KnightleyFriends Kathy (Carey Mulligan), Tommy (Andrew Garfield) and Ruth (Keira Knightley) grow up together at a seemingly idyllic boarding school in the English countryside. When they leave the school and the horrible truth of their true purpose is revealed to them, they must simultaneously confront deep-seated feelings of love, jealousy and betrayal that threaten to tear their friendship asunder.Moreย Never Let Me Go- #152 of 165 onThe 150+ Best Futuristic Dystopian Movies
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13Sally Hawkins, Michael McElhatton, Jade YourellHappy Ever Afters is an Irish film written and directed by Stephen Burke. The film was first shown at the Pusan International Film Festival in South Korea on 10 October and released on 21 October 2009 in France.
14Sally Hawkins, Bryan Brown, Allan BorderLove Birds is a New Zealand romantic comedy film starring New Zealand stand up comedian Rhys Darby and Golden Globe winner Sally Hawkins. It was directed by Paul Murphy and written by Nick Ward. The film was released on 24 February 2011.
15Sally Hawkins, Shabana Azmi, Sendhil RamamurthyIt's a Wonderful Afterlife is a 2010 British comedy film directed by Gurinder Chadha. The screenplay centres on an Indian mother whose obsession with marrying off her daughter leads her into the realm of serial murder. It was filmed primarily in English, with some Hindi and Punjabi dialogue. The title is a reference to Chadha's personal attachment to Frank Capra's film It's a Wonderful Life. Chadha also co-produced the film, and co-wrote the screenplay with her husband and producing partner, Paul Mayeda Berges. The lead role is played by newcomer Goldy Notay, joining Shabana Azmi, Shaheen Khan, Sendhil Ramamurthy and Sally Hawkins in the cast.- #76 of 83 onThe 80+ Best PG-13 Indie Movies
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17H G Wells: War with the World
Michael Sheen, Sally HawkinsH G Wells: War With The World is a 2006 BBC Television docudrama telling the life story of the British author H.G. Wells, who is played in the film by Michael Sheen. The title of the film is clearly referencing Wells' most famous novel The War of the Worlds.
18Mia Wasikowska, Michael Fassbender, Jamie BellAs an orphaned child, Jane Eyre (Mia Wasikowska) is first cruelly abused by her aunt, then cast out and sent to a charity school. Though she meets with further abuse, she receives an education, and eventually takes a job as a governess at the estate of Edward Rochester (Michael Fassbender). Jane and Rochester begin to bond, but his dark moods trouble her. When Jane uncovers the terrible secret Rochester has been hiding, she flees and finds temporary refuge at the home of St. John Rivers.Moreย Jane Eyre- #3 of 80 onThe Best Period Romance Movies
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Byron
Vanessa Redgrave, Jonny Lee Miller, Sally HawkinsByron is a 2003 film directed by Julian Farino. 
20Promoted to Glory
Sally HawkinsPromoted to Glory is a 2003 TV film directed by Richard Spence.- 21Timothรฉe Chalamet, Calah Lane, Hugh GrantArmed with nothing but a hatful of dreams, young chocolatier Willy Wonka manages to change the world, one delectable bite at a time.Moreย Wonka
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22Mark Rylance, Sally Hawkins, Rhys IfansThe Phantom of the Open tells the heartwarming and true story of Maurice Flitcroft (Mark Rylance), a shipyard worker from Barrow-in-Furness who managed to gain entry to the 1976 British Open Golf Championship qualifying, despite a complete lack of experience playing golf. The character of Flitcroft became a folk hero for his audacious attempt and indomitable spirit. The film also features the character's supportive wife (Sally Hawkins) in the plot. The film examines themes of perseverance, optimism, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds. It presents a humorous and uplifting underdog tale that captures the essence of sporting passion and the enduring human spirit.Moreย The Phantom of the Open- #91 of 102 onThe Best British Comedy Movies
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