# Mrs. Henderson Presents (2005)

> A spirited widow and a prickly impresario turn a struggling London theatre into a daring wartime revue that tests the limits of British propriety.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/5827

## Facts

- Runtime: 103 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Stephen Frears
- Cast: Judi Dench, Bob Hoskins, Will Young, Christopher Guest, Kelly Reilly, Thelma Barlow, Anna Brewster, Rosalind Halstead
- TMDB rating: 6.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0413015/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: witty, warm, uplifting, lazy sunday, period film night

## Synopsis

A widow's bold venture into the world of theatre brings unexpected challenges and delights.

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