Housewife, 49

As the world fought for freedom, one woman struggled to liberate herself. Based on the real wartime diaries of Nella Last, written by and starring award-winning British comedian Victoria Wood, this drama recounts Last’s everyday endurance of wartime privations and her dawning sense of independence. Winner of two BAFTA awards, it’s a moving glimpse into life on the home front through the eyes of a woman gradually awakening to life. Approx. 93 min. on 1 DVD.

"Rich in detail, brilliantly acted"—Daily Express (UK)

"Well Done!"—British American TV DVD Blog

"A superior British television show"—Brattleboro Reformer

"Superb production, specific in detail and compelling throughout"—Entertainment Insiders

"Quietly impressive, moving and ultimately uplifting"—MemorableTV.com

"Wood brings great warmth and a light touch of humor"—The Times-Picayune

"In Victoria Wood, the movie has a most sympathetic and compelling heroine."—Sacramento Bee

"Wood does a terrific job"—Cinema Autopsy

BAFTA TV Award Winner for Best Actress (Victoria Wood, 2007)

BAFTA TV Award Winner for Best Single Drama (2007)

BAFTA TV Award Nomination for Best Make Up & Hair Design (2007)

International Emmy Award Nomination for Best Performance by an Actress (Victoria Wood, 2007)

Royal Television Society (UK) Award Winner for Best Single Drama (2007)