The Unloved
Synopsis
Lucy is eleven years old. Having been neglected by her estranged mother and father, she is placed in a children's home. Through her eyes, we follow her struggle to cope with the system; her only saving being her self-belief and certainty that she is being watched over and protected by the holy spirit.
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The Unloved | Trail | Channel 4Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-05-15
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 1, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Samantha Morton
- Screenplay & Story
- Samantha Morton, Tony Grisoni
- Original Score
- Colleen
- Original Title
- The Unloved
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- EM Media, Film4 Productions, Oscilloscope
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Samantha Morton
Samantha Morton, Tony Grisoni
Colleen
Thomas Townend
Colin Monie
Andrew Eaton, Liza Marshall, Kate Ogborn
Department Leadership Roster
Samantha Morton
Writer
Samantha Morton
Director
Tony Grisoni
Writer
Colin Monie
Editor
Sarah Blenkinsop
Costume Design
Thomas Townend
Director of Photography
Jane Levick
Production Design
Colleen
Original Music Composer
Kate Ogborn
Producer
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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What is The Unloved about?
Lucy is eleven years old. Having been neglected by her estranged mother and father, she is placed in a children's home. Through her eyes, we follow her struggle to cope with the system; her only saving being her self-belief and certainty that she is being watched over and protected by the holy spirit.
Who directed The Unloved?
The Unloved was directed by Samantha Morton.
Who stars in The Unloved?
The principal cast of The Unloved includes Molly Windsor, Robert Carlyle, Susan Lynch, Craig Parkinson, Andrea Lowe.
When was The Unloved released and how long is it?
The Unloved was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for The Unloved?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Unloved was composed by Colleen.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Unloved?
The Unloved holds official age classifications: CA: 18A; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).