The Lonely Passion of Judith Hearne
The Lonely Passion of Judith Hearne is a 1987 British drama film made by HandMade Films Ltd. and United British Artists (UBA) starring Maggie Smith and Bob Hoskins. It was directed by Jack Clayton and produced by Richard Johnson and Peter Nelson, with George Harrison and Denis O'Brien as executive producers. The music score was by Georges Delerue and the cinematography by Peter Hannan.
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Dame Margaret Natalie Smith is an English actress. Known for her wit in comedic roles, she has had an extensive career on stage and screen over seven decades and is one of Britain's most recognisable and prolific actresses. She has received numerous accolades including two Academy Awards, five BAFTA Awards, four Emmy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and a Tony Award, making her one of the few performers to earn the Triple Crown of Acting.
Smith c. 1970
The original 1965 National Theatre cast of Black Comedy. From left: Louise Purnell, Albert Finney, Derek Jacobi, Maggie Smith, and Graham Crowden.
Smith worked extensively with Laurence Olivier at the Royal National Theatre.
Press photo of Smith in 1973