Overview

In England during World War II, a repressed dressmaker and her sister struggle looking after their 17-year-old niece, who is having a delusional affair with an American soldier.

Cast

Joan Plowright, Billie Whitelaw, Pete Postlethwaite, Jane Horrocks, Tim Ransom, Pippa Hinchley, Rosemary Martin, Tony Haygarth

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What is "The Dressmaker" about?

In England during World War II, a repressed dressmaker and her sister struggle looking after their 17-year-old niece, who is having a delusional affair with an American soldier.

When was "The Dressmaker" released?

The Dressmaker was released in 1988.

Who stars in "The Dressmaker"?

The cast includes Joan Plowright, Billie Whitelaw, Pete Postlethwaite, Jane Horrocks.