
Young Adult(2011)
A divorced writer from the Midwest returns to her hometown to reconnect with an old flame, who's now married with a family.



Jim Broadbent
Tom

Lesley Manville
Mary

Ruth Sheen
Gerri

Peter Wight
Ken

Oliver Maltman
Joe

David Bradley
Ronnie

Karina Fernandez
Katie

Martin Savage
Carl

Michele Austin
Tanya

Phil Davis
Jack
Another Year is a drama, comedy film released in 2010 exploring themes of jealousy, funeral, season, cooking, garden, winegrowing. Directed by Mike Leigh, it stars Jim Broadbent, Lesley Manville, Ruth Sheen. During a year, a very content couple approaching retirement are visited by friends and family less happy with their lives.
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