When middle-aged London nanny Guinevere Pettigrew (Frances McDormand) is unfairly dismissed from her job, she uses the opportunity to take a step out of her comfort zone and takes the position of social secretary for Delysia Lafosse (Amy Adams), a famous actress and singer. New to the glamorous, fast-paced celebrity lifestyle, Miss Pettigrew must adapt quickly to the demands of high society, while contending with Ms. Lafosse complicated social calendar and lofe life. But, as Miss Pettigrew grows into her new role, she begins to fall for a talented designer (Ciarán Hinds), whose fiancée (Shirley Henderson) sets out to undermine everything she has worked for. Directed by Bharat Nalluri. With Lee Pace, Tom Payne and Mark Strong. Categories: Comedy, Romance. Year: 2008.
Shirley Henderson in Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day
France's naïve, beautiful Austrian-born Queen, Marie Antoinette (Kirsten Dunst), joins a monarchy rife with conspiracy and scandal after marrying King Louis XVI (Jason Schwartzman). Isolated and lonely, Antoinette finds comfort in extavagant gowns, pastries and parties. But, while the Queen basks in luxury, she turns a blind eye to the poverty and unrest amongst France's working class that eventually leads to the French Revolution. Directed by Sofia Coppola. With Judy Davis, Rip Torn, Rose Byrne and Molly Shannon. Categories: Drama, History, Biography. Year: 2006.
Shirley Henderson in Marie Antoinette