The Arbor

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2010, Movie, 1h 31min

The lives of the late Bradford playwright Andrea Dunbar and Lorraine, one of her daughters, and the community of Bradford, in the 30 years since the 18-year-old Andrea penned a play about growing up in the community titled "The Arbor".

Country: United Kingdom

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7.3

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Critic Anna Smith

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...an artsy yet accessible insight into working-class life.

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Critic Peter Bradshaw

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Barnard has created a modernist, compassionate biopic: a tribute to her memory and her embattled community.

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The Arbor tells the powerful true story of Andrea Dunbar, a troubled British playwright who died at 29, leaving behind a legacy of three plays and a daughter, Lorraine. Growing up in England's Bradford housing projects, Andrea wrote honestly about her difficult life, earning her the reputation of a "genius straight from the slums." Thirty years later, Lorraine embarks on a personal journey of self-discovery, reflecting on her own life and her mother's struggles through her plays and letters. The film offers a poignant portrayal of the mother-daughter bond, the impact of trauma, and the power of art to heal and connect.

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