Ladybird Ladybird
Seen it?1994 | 101 min | Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (75% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office loss and almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved I, Daniel Blake, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 41 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
Maggie has had four children, by four different fathers, removed by social services because of a previous violent relationship. When she meets Jorge, a gentle Latin American refugee, she gradually sees her chance for happiness, but her past still haunts her.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
75% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
7.2 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerWeak
$152K worldwide on a $39 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 15K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Ken Loach
- Crissy RockMaggie Conlan
- Vladimir VegaJorge
- Sandie LavelleMairead
- Mauricio VenegasAdrian
- Ray WinstoneSimon
- Clare PerkinsJill
- Jason StraceySean
- Luke BrownMickey
- Lily FarrellSerena
- Scottie MooreMaggie's Father