Leigh’s uncompromising cinematic debut depicts the life of quiet desperation and isolation of a suburban South London secretary who cares for her mentally disabled sister, drinks too much, and endures a prolonged courtship with a teacher. Roger Ebert hailed the film as “a masterpiece, plain and simple. . . . There have never been performances just like this before in the movies.” 1971,
35mm, 111 minutes.

This program is made possible by generous support from Regis Foundation.

Leigh’s uncompromising cinematic debut depicts the life of quiet desperation and isolation of a suburban South London secretary who cares for her mentally disabled sister, drinks too much, and endures a prolonged courtship with a teacher. Roger Ebert hailed the film as “a masterpiece, plain and simple. . . . There have never been performances just like this before in the movies.” 1971,
35mm, 111 minutes.

This program is made possible by generous support from Regis Foundation.