venus

The lives of two aging actors (Peter O’Toole -- subtle, poignant and an Oscar nominee for Best Actor -- and Leslie Phillips) are disrupted by the arrival of a young relative (fantastic newcomer Jodie Whittaker). Written by Hanif Kureishi (My Beautiful Laundrette, Intimacy) and directed by Roger Michell (The Mother, Changing Lanes). Vanessa Redgrave co-stars.

“A modest, diverting, touching tale of a young woman who attracts the interest of an aging actor, played with effortless aplomb by the great Peter O'Toole.” (New York Times)

“This is a relationship unlike any we've seen, and it's a measure of the film's subtle gifts that it is easier to watch it unfolding than to precisely define what we're seeing.” (L.A. Times)

“VENUS is awash in terrific performances.” (Wall Street Journal)