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March 5, 2026

Chic couture, bio-terror and a whole load of Mike Leigh: Lesley Manville’s finest films

With her 70th birthday around the corner, we assess the greatest screen outings of everybody’s favourite underrated doyenne of British cinema

Chic couture, bio-terror and a whole load of Mike Leigh: Lesley Manville’s finest films

TL;DR

  • The article ranks Lesley Manville's top 10 film performances ahead of her 70th birthday.
  • Her roles range from "Queer" (2024) and "Mrs Harris Goes to Paris" (2022) to "Another Year" (2010).
  • "Phantom Thread" (2017) earned her an Oscar nomination for her portrayal of Cyril Woodcock.
  • Her extensive work with director Mike Leigh, including "Topsy-Turvy" (1999) and "All or Nothing" (2002), is a significant part of her career.
  • The article also mentions her roles in "Ordinary Love" (2019), "Let Him Go" (2020), "Sparkle" (2007), and the upcoming "Cold Storage" (2026).

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