Jennifer Thorne
2021The Black Velvet Gown
Norman Stone
Bob Peck, Janet McTeer
In the 1830's in northern England, Riah Millican, a widow with three children, takes a job as housekeeper to a reclusive former teacher, Percival Miller. Miller makes Riah the gift of a black velvet gown, and even educates her children. But when Riah discovers the reason behind Miller's gifts, she vows to leave his house, but Miller has a hold on her, even after his death, when he leaves his house to her on the condition that she never marry. Riah's daughter, Biddy, grows up and becomes a laundress in a large house where her education keeps her from fitting in and makes her a target. But it also catches the eye of a son of the house, and with Miller's legacies, Biddy may yet find her way to happiness.
The Black Velvet Gown
Everyday Something: True Stories from the 21st Century
Carol Morley
John Peel, Michael Grinter
Based on the filmmaker's collection of newspaper cuttings the film presents private moments that give strange glimpses into everyday life.
Everyday Something: True Stories from the 21st Century
