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Venus

"She's a real work of art."

September 2, 2006 1h 35m 6.6/10 (155 votes)

Originally released in 2006. Venus is a comedy/drama film. directed by Roger Michell.

Starring Peter O'Toole, Leslie Phillips, and Jodie Whittaker

Synopsis

Maurice is an aging veteran actor who becomes taken with Jessie, the grandniece of his closest friend. When Maurice tries to soften the petulant and provincial young girl with the benefit of his wisdom and London culture, their give-and-take surprises both Maurice and Jessie as they discover what they don't know about themselves.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 2, 2006 19 years ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
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User Rating 6.6/10 Good (155 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Film4 Productions
  • UK Film Council
  • Free Range Films
  • The Works

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Venus about?

Maurice is an aging veteran actor who becomes taken with Jessie, the grandniece of his closest friend. When Maurice tries to soften the petulant and provincial young girl with the benefit of his wi...

Who directed Venus?

Venus was directed by Roger Michell.

How long is Venus?

Venus has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was Venus released?

Venus was released on September 2, 2006 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Venus?

The main cast of Venus includes Peter O'Toole, Leslie Phillips, Jodie Whittaker, Vanessa Redgrave, Richard Griffiths.

Is Venus worth watching?

Venus has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 155 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.