The Lonely Passion of Judith Hearne (Limited Edition)

Based on the acclaimed novel by Brian Moore, The Lonely Passion of Judith Hearne was the final feature film to be made by celebrated filmmaker Jack Clayton (The Innocents, The Pumpkin Eater), and boasts a truly outstanding performance by multi-award-winning actor Maggie Smith. In 1950s Belfast, penniless spinster Judith Hearne (Smith) falls for charismatic James (Bob Hoskins). Succumbing to his attentions, Judith makes a series of profound changes to her life, including re-evaluating her deep relationship with her church, to enable the love for which she so desperately yearns. Poignant and powerful, The Lonely Passion of Judith Hearne was the recipient of a BAFTA award for Smith, but has since become somewhat overlooked. Now finally available on Blu-ray for the very first time, one of the finest British films of the 1980s is presented in a brand new 2K restoration from the original negatives, supervised and approved by cinematographer Peter Hannan. Limited Edition Features:New 2K restoration by Powerhouse Films from the original negative, supervised and approved by cinematographer Peter HannanOriginal stereo audioRemembering Judith Hearne (2019): featuring new and exclusive interviews with actors Maggie Smith and Ian McNeiceRemembering Mary (2019): new and exclusive interview with actor Rudi DaviesSelected scenes commentary with film historian Neil SinyardOriginal theatrical trailerImage gallery: on-set and promotional photographyNew and improved English subtitles for the deaf and hard-of-hearingLimited edition exclusive booklet featuring Pauline Kael's appraisal of the film, an overview of contemporary critical responses, archival articles, and film creditsWorld premiere on Blu-rayLimited Edition of 3,000 copiesAll extras subject to change