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Iris


Date: 2001
Type: Drama
Rating: 4 Stars 4/5
Colour: Yes
Director: Richard Eyre
Producer: Anthony Minghella

Comment/Synopsis

Judi Dench is excellent in her portrayal of Iris Murdoch suffering from Alzheimers disease, with Jim Broardbent as her husband having to cope with her. The film runs with flashbacks to Iris Murdoch's student days, with Kate Winslet giving an energetic performance as the young Iris.

Oscars

Won - Best Supporting Actor - Jim Broadbent
Nomination - Best Actress - Judi Dench
Nomination - Best Supporting Actress - Kate Winslet

Production
BBC
Iris