Cast: Jodhi May

Direction Michael Mann

Cast Daniel Day-Lewis · Madeleine Stowe · Wes Studi · Jodhi May

Synopsis The Last of the Mohicans (1992) is set during the tumultuous period of colonial American warfare, where two British sisters embark on a perilous journey to reunite with their father. Along the way, they cross paths with three Mohican trappers:...

Direction Sally Wainwright · Sarah Harding · Jennifer Perrott

Cast Suranne Jones · Sophie Rundle · Joe Armstrong · Jessica Baglow

Synopsis Gentleman Jack (TV Series) (2019) follows the story of Anne Lister as she comes back to her hometown of Halifax, West Yorkshire in the year 1832. Her mission is to revitalize and restore her family's once-grand estate, Shibden Hall, which...

Direction Peter Kosminsky

Cast Ioan Gruffudd · Matthew Macfadyen · Damian Lewis · Tom Ward

Synopsis Warriors (TV) (1999) follows a group of soldiers from UNPROFOR peacekeeping units who, after witnessing the horrific consequences of ethnic conflict in the former Yugoslavia, struggle to reintegrate into their civilian lives back in the UK. The film delves into...

Direction Steve McQueen

Cast Shaun Parkes · Letitia Wright · John Boyega · Sheyi Cole

Synopsis Small Axe (TV Miniseries) (2020) is a compilation of five unique films directed by Steve McQueen, spanning from the late 1960s to the mid-1980s. These films delve into individual narratives from London's West Indian community, highlighting how their lives were...

Direction Jim O'Hanlon

Cast Romola Garai · Rupert Evans · Louise Dylan · Michael Gambon

Synopsis Emma (TV Miniseries) (2009) follows the life of Emma Woodhouse, portrayed by Romola Garai, who appears to have a fulfilling life with a caring father, a circle of friends, and a comfortable home. However, Emma has a significant flaw—she is...

Direction Geoffrey Sax

Cast Rachael Stirling · Keeley Hawes · Anna Chancellor · Jodhi May

Synopsis Tipping the Velvet (TV Miniseries) (2002) is a period drama set in the late 19th century, chronicling the passionate lesbian romance between Kitty Butler, a renowned male impersonator in the music hall scene, and Nan Astley. Adapted from Sarah Waters'...

Direction Diane Ademu-John · Anna Foerster · John Cameron · Richard J. Lewis

Cast Emily Watson · Olivia Williams · Travis Fimmel · Chloe Lea

Synopsis Dune: Prophecy (2024) is a captivating series that unfolds 10,000 years prior to the events depicted in Frank Herbert's seminal 1965 novel. The narrative revolves around the dynamic duo, sisters Valya and Tula Harkonnen, as they navigate a perilous journey...

Direction Gaby Dellal

Cast Peter Mullan · Brenda Blethyn · Sean McGinley · Jamie Sives

Synopsis On a Clear Day (2005) presents a heartwarming and poignant contemporary tale of healing and redemption set against the backdrop of working-class Glasgow. The film delves into the intricate effects of suppressed emotions through a beautifully crafted script. The narrative...

Direction Charles Sturridge

Cast Andrew Scott · Jodhi May · Eileen Atkins · Matthew Rhys

Synopsis The Scapegoat (2012) is a gripping tale set in 1952, as England eagerly anticipates the coronation. The narrative revolves around two men who, despite their stark differences, share an uncanny resemblance. This intriguing premise sets the stage for a complex...

Direction Chris Menges

Cast Barbara Hershey · Jodhi May · Jeroen Krabbé · Nadine Chalmers

Synopsis A World Apart (1988) follows the harrowing tale of a journalist, the first white woman to be arrested and imprisoned in solitary confinement in 1963, as she faces the brutal realities of apartheid. Her 13-year-old daughter is caught in the...

Direction Terence Davies

Cast Gillian Anderson · Dan Aykroyd · Anthony LaPaglia · Laura Linney

Synopsis The House of Mirth (2000) follows the story of Lily Bart, a woman navigating the complexities of high society in early 20th-century New York. As she grapples with societal expectations and financial pressures, Lily finds herself torn between her desire...

Direction Lauren Schmidt · Alik Sakharov · Charlotte Brändström · Alex Garcia Lopez

Cast Henry Cavill · Freya Allan · Millie Brady · MyAnna Buring

Synopsis The Witcher (TV Series) (2019) follows the journey of Geralt of Rivia, a lone monster slayer navigating a world where human cruelty often surpasses the brutality of the beasts he hunts. Set in a richly detailed fantasy universe, this series,...

Direction Nancy Meckler

Cast Joely Richardson · Jodhi May · Julie Walters · Sophie Thursfield

Synopsis Sister, my Sister (1994) unfolds in rural France during the early 1930s, focusing on two young sisters who embark on a journey into domestic service within the home of a struggling widow and her unappealing daughter. The narrative is marked...

Direction M.J. Bassett · Daniel Percival · Paul Wilmshurst · Bill Eagles

Cast Philip Winchester · Sullivan Stapleton · Michelle Lukes · Robson Green

Synopsis Strike Back (TV Series) (2010) is an action-packed television series that spans seven seasons and 67 episodes, initially airing in 2010. The show is structured in a six-episode format and centers around John Porter (Richard Armitage), a former SAS Sergeant,...

Direction Edward Zwick

Cast Daniel Craig · Liev Schreiber · Jamie Bell · Alexa Davalos

Synopsis Defiance (2008) follows the harrowing journey of three siblings in Belarus during World War II who flee to the forest and ally themselves with Russian Resistance fighters. Set in 1941, the narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the systematic extermination...

Direction Terence Davies

Cast Cynthia Nixon · Jennifer Ehle · Duncan Duff · Keith Carradine

Synopsis A Quiet Passion (2016) is a cinematic exploration of the life and literary legacy of the renowned poet Emily Dickinson, who was born in 1830. Dickinson's prolific writing, which included composing a poem nearly every day, resulted in a vast...

Direction Sally Potter

Cast Elle Fanning · Alice Englert · Christina Hendricks · Annette Bening

Synopsis Ginger & Rosa (2012) follows the intertwined lives of two teenage girls navigating the tumultuous landscape of 1960s London. Set against the backdrop of political unrest and personal growth, the narrative delves into the complexities of friendship, love, and self-discovery....

Direction David Blair

Cast Michelle Fairley · Michael Gambon · Nico Mirallegro · Andrew Tieman

Synopsis Common (TV) (2014) is a gripping drama series crafted by Jimmy McGovern, featuring Nico Mirallegro as Johnjo O'Shea, a naive 17-year-old who unwittingly becomes entangled in a web of crime. The story unfolds as Johnjo, initially an innocent bystander, finds...

Direction Tom Hooper

Cast Romola Garai · Celia Imrie · Kate Maberly · Hugh Dancy

Synopsis Daniel Deronda (TV Miniseries) (2002) unfolds in the heart of Victorian London, where the captivating Gwendolen Harleth finds herself inexorably drawn to the enigmatic and altruistic Daniel Deronda. This gentleman, whose lineage remains a mystery, possesses an intelligence and kindness...

Direction Baillie Walsh

Cast Daniel Craig · Harry Eden · Olivia Williams · Helen McCrory

Synopsis Flashbacks of a Fool (2008) follows the journey of a once-renowned Hollywood actor who finds himself reflecting on his younger days after attending the memorial service of his closest friend. As he navigates through his memories, he grapples with the...