A blurb from Acorn Media about Housewife, 49: Written and starring beloved British actress Victoria Wood, Housewife, 49 presents a moving glimpse into life on the home front through the eyes of a resolute woman gradually awakening to life.
This TV movie was based on the World War II diaries of one Nella Last. The Mass Observation project was started in 1939 to examine the lives of ordinary people asking them to start a diary about their feeling on politics and everyday things. During wartime, Nella wrote about her life and struggles, which were poignant and moving. She continued writing her diaries until her death in 1968. Victoria Wood won a BAFTA Award for her portrayal of Nella. The movie has not been broadcast as of yet here in the States. This disc also features a text interview with Victoria Wood and Cast Filmographies.
VIDEO
The video quality is great! The TV movie is 92 minutes long.
Audio
Was originally recorded in Mono. It is also Mono on this set.
Disc 1- 1. “Housewife, 49”-Movie
Extras
Disc 1: Victoria Wood Interview- (Text Only)
Cast Filmographies- (Text Only)
Verdict
An interesting look at life in Britain during World War II. Well Done!
Rating: ****!
This TV movie was based on the World War II diaries of one Nella Last. The Mass Observation project was started in 1939 to examine the lives of ordinary people asking them to start a diary about their feeling on politics and everyday things. During wartime, Nella wrote about her life and struggles, which were poignant and moving. She continued writing her diaries until her death in 1968. Victoria Wood won a BAFTA Award for her portrayal of Nella. The movie has not been broadcast as of yet here in the States. This disc also features a text interview with Victoria Wood and Cast Filmographies.
VIDEO
The video quality is great! The TV movie is 92 minutes long.
Audio
Was originally recorded in Mono. It is also Mono on this set.
Disc 1- 1. “Housewife, 49”-Movie
Extras
Disc 1: Victoria Wood Interview- (Text Only)
Cast Filmographies- (Text Only)
Verdict
An interesting look at life in Britain during World War II. Well Done!
Rating: ****!
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