Capturing Mary (2007)

A young man ushers an older woman into a dark exploration of her past - back to the time when, as a young girl, she met a stranger who affected her life forever.

Director:

Stephen Poliakoff

Writer:

Stephen Poliakoff

Stars:

Maggie Smith, Ruth Wilson, David Walliams

Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy. Another 1 win & 2 nominations.

Cast

Complete credited cast:
Maggie Smith	...	Mary Gilbert
Ruth Wilson	...	Young Mary
David Walliams	...	Greville White
Danny Lee Wynter	...	Joe
Gemma Arterton	...	Liza
Michael Byers	...	Zach
Max Dowler	...	Mr Graham
Jack Berkeley	...	Musician
Rebecca Bottone	...	Singer
Claire Turner	...	Singer
Celena Bridge	...	Singer

Storyline

A young man ushers an older woman into a dark exploration of her past - back to the time when, as a young girl, she met a stranger who affected her life forever.

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

12 November 2007 (UK)

Also Known As:

Lumottu Mary

Filming Locations:

38 Hill Street, Mayfair, London, England, UK

Company Credits

Production Co:

Talkback Thames, British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), HBO Films

Technical Specs

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Connections

Spun-off from A Real Summer (2007)

User Reviews

Worth Watching

It is what it is. If you watched Joe's Palace, you'll get it. For those who called it rubbish, you're absolutely wrong. WWII was a beastly time in history, deep in conjecture. This is a good objective look on the frivolity and incomprehensible behavior and in-observance of that time in history. No different from now, same atrocities, same indifference and justifications of those in power. Inflictions of most civilians were not intended or personal, people were just trying to get through it, confused and thriving on distractions. So watch it, it's a history lesson. 10 for performances. You need to view Joe's Palace first. Great films for WWII history buffs, and promises an entertaining and pensive evening for both genders. It's a different take on the brutality of that time. Not drenched in warfare and genocide, but still moving and painful.