Ladies in Lavender
“The story of two sisters who saved a stranger, and the stranger who stole their hearts.”
Synopsis
Andrea, a gifted young Polish violinist from Krakow, is bound for America when he is swept overboard by a storm. When the Widdington sisters discover the handsome stranger on the beach below their house, they nurse him back to health. However, the presence of the musically talented young man disrupts the peaceful lives of Ursula and Janet and the community in which they live.
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Ladies In Lavender 2004 - Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, Daniel Bruhl
Type: Clip • Published 2024-05-13
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Judi Dench
Ursula
Maggie Smith
Janet
Daniel Brühl
Andrea
Freddie Jones
Jan Pendered
Natascha McElhone
Olga
Miriam Margolyes
Dorcas
David Warner
Dr Mead
Clive Russell
Adam Penruddocke
Toby Jones
Hedley
Richard Pears
Barry
Iain Marshall
Fisherman
Gregor Henderson-Begg
Luke Pendered
Trevor Ray
Very Old Man 1
John Boswall
Very Old Man 2
Joanna Dickens
Mrs Pendered
Geoffrey Bayldon
Mr Penhaligon
Timothy Bateson
Mr Hallett
Rebecca Hulbert
Fiance
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 12, 2004
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 28, 2005
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$20.4M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Dance
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Dance
- Original Score
- Nigel Hess
- Original Title
- Ladies in Lavender
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- German, French, Polish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Worldwide Gross
- $20.4M
- Production Studios
- UK Film Council, Baker Street, Future Films, Paradigm Hyde Films, Take Partnerships, Scala Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Dance
Charles Dance, William J. Locke
Nigel Hess
Peter Biziou
Michael Parker
Nik Powell, Nicolas Brown, Bill Allan, Elizabeth Karlsen, Robert Jones
Department Leadership Roster
Nik Powell
Producer
Michael Parker
Editor
Nicolas Brown
Producer
Peter Biziou
Director of Photography
Charles Dance
Director
Charles Dance
Screenplay
Elizabeth Karlsen
Producer
Caroline Amies
Production Design
Barbara Kidd
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ladies in Lavender
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What is Ladies in Lavender about?
Andrea, a gifted young Polish violinist from Krakow, is bound for America when he is swept overboard by a storm. When the Widdington sisters discover the handsome stranger on the beach below their house, they nurse him back to health. However, the presence of the musically talented young man disrupts the peaceful lives of Ursula and Janet and the community in which they live.
Who directed Ladies in Lavender?
Ladies in Lavender was directed by Charles Dance.
Who stars in Ladies in Lavender?
The principal cast of Ladies in Lavender includes Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, Daniel Brühl, Freddie Jones, Natascha McElhone.
When was Ladies in Lavender released and how long is it?
Ladies in Lavender was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
How much did Ladies in Lavender make at the box office?
Ladies in Lavender grossed $20.4M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Ladies in Lavender?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ladies in Lavender was composed by Nigel Hess.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ladies in Lavender?
Ladies in Lavender holds official age classifications: GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).