Lost for Words is Deric Longden's funny and tender autobiography account of his mother's old age. Starring Pete Postlethwaite as Deric and veteran Thora Hird as his mother Annie, this critically acclaimed drama skillfully blends comedy with heart-wrenching pathos. Annie has a unique view of the world. "It is as though she has a ley line running through her brain, and when logic hits it, it gets bent ever so slightly and goes running off at a tangent."
Her condition becomes more extreme as she suffers a series of strokes, robbing her of the ability to put words to things. Thora Hird gives one of her best ever performances as the scared old lady with a twinkle in her eye. Pete Postlewaite is typically brilliant in his understated portrayal of Deric. The dazzling script inspires performances of exceptional humanity and warmth from both actors, making this one of the finest dramas of recent years, which is guaranteed to lodge itself in the memory for years.

cast: Thora Hird .... Annie Longden /
Pete Postlethwaite .... Deric Longden /
Penny Downie .... Aileen Longden.
Country: UK
Language: English
Colour
Runtime: 75 minutes