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Educating Rita
Rita, a witty 26-year-old hairdresser, wants to 'discover' herself, so she joins the Open University where she meets the disillusioned professor of literature, Dr. Frank Bryant. His marriage has failed, his new girlfriend is having an affair with his best friend and he can't get through the day without downing a bottle or two of whisky. What Frank needs is a challenge... and along comes Rita.
Original title: Educating Rita
6
nominations
50%
winning rate
3
wins
British Academy Film Awards #37 - 1984
Award | People | Status |
---|---|---|
Best Picture | Lewis Gilbert | Winner |
Best Actor in a Leading Role | Michael Caine | Winner |
Best Actress in a Leading Role | Julie Walters | Winner |
Best Actress in a Supporting Role | Maureen Lipman | — |
Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles | Julie Walters | — |
Best Adapted Screenplay | Willy Russell | — |
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