Housewife, 49 (2005)
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- Not Rated
- 1h 33min
- Drama, Romance
- 10 Jun 2005 (USA)
- TV Movie
In the late 1930s, Nella Last, a 49 year old housewife living in Barrow-in-Furness on the North West English coast, agrees to send details of her routine to the Mass Observation Project; a non-governmental scheme designed to chronicle the...
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| Victoria Wood | ... |
Nella Last
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| David Threlfall | ... |
Daddy (Will Last)
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Christopher Harper | ... |
Cliff Last
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| Ben Crompton | ... |
Arthur Last
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| Lorraine Ashbourne | ... |
Dot
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| Sally Bankes | ... |
Mrs Whittaker
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| Stephanie Cole | ... |
Mrs Waite
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| Marcia Warren | ... |
Mrs Lord
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| Sylvestra Le Touzel | ... |
Mrs Lynch
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Wendy Nottingham | ... |
Miss Finch
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Jane Lowe | ... |
Mrs Higham
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| Dorothy Atkinson | ... |
Mrs Mac
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| Sian Brooke | ... |
Evelyn Edwards
(as Siân Brooke)
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Laura Power | ... |
Madeleine Whittaker
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| Jason Watkins | ... |
Dr Roger Brierley
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| Daisy Haggard | ... |
Jill
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| Clare Wille | ... |
Pru
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| Alan Cox | ... |
Dennis
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| Hugh Sachs | ... |
Godfrey
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| Georgie Glen | ... |
Mrs Hockey
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| Samuel Roukin | ... |
Michael Hockey
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Duncan Barton | ... |
Robbie Kilgour
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| Olwen May | ... |
Mrs Brierley
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Catherine Skinner | ... |
Edith
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Sue Wallace | ... |
Woman at WVS
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Norman Mills | ... |
Mr Whittaker
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| Joseph Kennedy | ... |
James Wenchurch
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| Iain McKee | ... |
Tom
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| Richard Glaves | ... |
Alan
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| Jemma Drake | ... |
Girl in Shop
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Danny Tennant | ... |
Battery Boy
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Directed by
| Gavin Millar | ... | (directed by) |
Written by
| Nella Last | ... | (diaries) |
| Victoria Wood | ... | (written by) |
Produced by
| Michele Buck | ... | executive producer (as Michael Buck) |
| Matthew Hamilton | ... | associate producer |
| Ian Luxford | ... | post production producer (uncredited) |
| Damien Timmer | ... | executive producer |
| Piers Wenger | ... | producer (produced by) |
| Victoria Wood | ... | executive producer |
Music by
| John Lunn | ... | (music by) |
Cinematography by
| Cinders Forshaw | ... | director of photography |
Editing by
| Matthew Newman | ... | film editor |
Editorial Department
| Laura Evans | ... | assistant editor |
| Simon Giblin | ... | on-line editor |
| Dave Mason | ... | colourist |
| Ulrike Münch | ... | assistant editor (as Ulrike Munch) |
| Chris Beeton | ... | colourist (uncredited) |
| Vicki Matich | ... | dailies operator (uncredited) |
Casting By
| Rachel Freck | ... | (casting by) |
Production Design by
| Rob Harris | ||
Art Direction by
| Jo Riddell | ||
Set Decoration by
| Shelly Pond | ||
Costume Design by
| Charlotte Holdich | ||
Makeup Department
| Carol Cooper | ... | make-up designer |
| Siân Miller | ... | hair supervisor (as Sian Turner) / make up supervisor (as Sian Turner) |
| Jules Greenan | ... | trainee hair & make up: daily (uncredited) |
| Caroline Greenough | ... | make up artist: daily (uncredited) |
| Veronica Lewis | ... | make up artist (uncredited) |
| Victoria Yates | ... | crowd supervisor (uncredited) |
Production Management
| Gail Kennett | ... | executive in charge of production |
| Kerry Robinson | ... | unit manager |
| Farley Thomson | ... | post production supervisor |
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
| Will Cummins | ... | third assistant director |
| Mark Fenn | ... | first assistant director |
| Louise Lyons | ... | second assistant director (as Louise Townsend) |
Art Department
| Rachael Fitzgerald | ... | standby art director |
| Ged Henshaw | ... | standby props |
| Vincent Henshaw | ... | standby props |
| Michael Hill | ... | property master |
| Kevin Smith | ... | standby carpenter |
| Barry Tracey | ... | scenic artist |
| Tracey Waller | ... | title design |
| Maudie Andrews | ... | art department assistant (uncredited) |
| Robert Channon | ... | scenic painter (uncredited) |
Sound Department
| Wayne Brooks | ... | effects editor |
| Billy Mahoney | ... | dubbing mixer |
| Darren McQuade | ... | dubbing editor |
| Patrick Oldacre | ... | sound maintenance eng. |
| John Pearson | ... | sound recordist |
| Phil Cape | ... | sound assistant (uncredited) |
| Arran Mahoney | ... | foley editor (uncredited) |
| Filipa Principe | ... | foley editor (uncredited) |
Visual Effects by
| Tanvir Hanif | ... | digital effects artist (uncredited) |
Camera and Electrical Department
| David Bourke | ... | best boy |
| Alice Canty | ... | clapper loader |
| Tom Gates | ... | lighting gaffer |
| Richard Griffiths | ... | grip (as Rick Griffiths) |
| Nathan Mann | ... | focus puller |
| Mike Miller | ... | camera operator |
| Clare Fuller | ... | camera trainee (uncredited) |
| Paul Hanning | ... | focus puller (uncredited) |
Casting Department
| Jane Anderson | ... | casting assistant (uncredited) |
| Mohsan Qureshi | ... | extras casting (uncredited) |
Costume and Wardrobe Department
| Mary Judge | ... | costume supervisor |
| Sam Scragg | ... | costume assistant (uncredited) |
Location Management
| Gary Barnes | ... | location manager |
Music Department
| Paul Golding | ... | music score engineering (uncredited) |
Script and Continuity Department
| Jane Burrows | ... | script supervisor |
Transportation Department
| Ed Lee | ... | facilities driver (uncredited) |
Additional Crew
| Peter Gray | ... | picture publicist |
| Elaine Harrison | ... | production accountant |
| Faiza Hosenie | ... | production co-ordinator |
| Lisa Vanoli | ... | press officer |
| Jemma Carlton | ... | researcher (uncredited) |
| Carly Ferguson | ... | floor runner (uncredited) |
| Claire Harrison | ... | assistant accountant (uncredited) |
| Sarah Urban | ... | production runner (uncredited) |
Production Companies
Distributors
- Granada International (2006) (United Kingdom) (tv)
- ITV - Independent Television (2006) (United Kingdom) (tv)
- ITV3 (2016) (United Kingdom) (tv)
Special Effects
Other Companies
- The Trustees of the Mass Observation Archive (archive material reproduced by permission of)
- 3sixtymedia (visual effects)
- Bristol Television Film Services (Facility Vehicles)
- ITV Studios (copyright)
- Molinare Studio (sound post-production)
Storyline
| Plot Summary |
In the late 1930s, Nella Last, a 49 year old housewife living in Barrow-in-Furness on the North West English coast, agrees to send details of her routine to the Mass Observation Project; a non-governmental scheme designed to chronicle the lives of ordinary people. When war comes, Nella defies her over-protective husband to join the local Women's Voluntary Service. Initially diffident, she blossoms thanks to the dominant but kindly Mrs. Waite, and enjoys her independence as a useful war worker. The film also shows her relationship with her two sons, as well as the effect of the war on the community, and ends by explaining that Nella kept in touch with the Mass Observation project until her death in 1968. |
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| Taglines | In wartime, an ordinary woman finds new courage. See more » |
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Box Office
| Budget | GBP1,600,000 (estimated) |
Did You Know?
| Trivia | Was cited as a crucial moment in Victoria Wood's career, as prior to this one-off, Wood was predominantly associated with her comedy work. Housewife, 49 saw her take on a serious role, showcasing her skills as a versatile actress. See more » |
| Goofs | The second time Nella Last gets off the bus at the Town Hall, the Forum 28 Theatre is visible on the top window of the bus. That is where Forum is situated, but it was not built until between the 60's and 70's. See more » |
| Movie Connections | Featured in Victoria Wood (2007). See more » |
| Soundtracks | The First Noël See more » |
| Quotes |
Nella Last:
[voiceover]
... There is, of course, my sister-in-law's rather peculiar whirlwind engagement. Dot: Still can't believe it. Went to the Isle of Man - got myself a man! Mrs Whittaker: Good job you didn't go to the Isle of Dogs! See more » |