The Agency
Synopsis
Adapted from the acclaimed short story by Man Brooker Prize Nominee Sarah Hall. The Agency is a modern and stylish take on middle class female empowerment, amidst the social sub-culture, described collectively as "ladies who lunch". Disillusioned with a decade of domesticity, housewife Hannah Baines (Ania Sowinski), is befriended by an enigmatic older woman Anthea (Lesley Manville,) who introduces a select and seductive inner circle of women. In confidence, Anthea recommends a private and reliable company who "can set up something marvellous" for her. Hannah contemplates the implications of attending her initial consultation, at The Agency.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Andrew Robinson
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Andrew Robinson
- Original Score
- James Ford
- Original Title
- The Agency
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
- Production Studios
- Little Us Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Andrew Robinson
Paul Andrew Robinson
James Ford
Paul Andrew Robinson, David Hughes, Eddy Edwards
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Andrew Robinson
Screenplay
Paul Andrew Robinson
Producer
David Hughes
Producer
Eddy Edwards
Producer
Paul Andrew Robinson
Director
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What is The Agency about?
Adapted from the acclaimed short story by Man Brooker Prize Nominee Sarah Hall. The Agency is a modern and stylish take on middle class female empowerment, amidst the social sub-culture, described collectively as "ladies who lunch". Disillusioned with a decade of domesticity, housewife Hannah Baines (Ania Sowinski), is befriended by an enigmatic older woman Anthea (Lesley Manville,) who introduces a select and seductive inner circle of women. In confidence, Anthea recommends a private and reliable company who "can set up something marvellous" for her. Hannah contemplates the implications of attending her initial consultation, at The Agency.
Who directed The Agency?
The Agency was directed by Paul Andrew Robinson.
Who stars in The Agency?
The principal cast of The Agency includes Gwilym Lee, Dexter Fletcher, Lesley Manville, Ania Sowinski, Chanel Cresswell.
When was The Agency released and how long is it?
The Agency was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 29m.
Who composed the musical score for The Agency?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Agency was composed by James Ford.