Longford (2006)

Synopsis of Longford

Academy-award-winning actor Jim Broadbent portrays controversial British campaigner Lord Longford in this biopic that details the former government minister and then-House of Lords leader's notorious encounter with infamous Moors Murderer Myra Hindley (Samantha Morton). A lifelong Christian who approaches every person he meets with the goodness and innocence of a child, Frank Packenham (aka Lord Longford) receives a letter from convicted child killer Myra Hindley requesting that he drop by her prison cell for a visit. Despite the vehement disapproval of his wife, Longford casually accepts the invitation and forms an unexpected bond with the woman due in large to their mutual Catholic upbringing. When his established notions about Hindley are challenged during a subsequent visit with her demonically manipulative partner-in-crime Ian Brady (Andy Serkis), the humble social campaigner finds his faith put to the ultimate test as public outcry mounts as a direct result of his meeting with the despised couple. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

93 mins

Director(s):

Tom Hooper

Writer(s):

Peter Morgan

Producer(s):

Helen Flint

• 2007 - Golden Globe - Best Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television
• 2007 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Performance by an Actor in a Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television
• 2007 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television
• 2007 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Supporting Actress in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television

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