Albert Nobbs
2011 · Movie · R · 113 min · ★ 6.3 · 57% critics
In late 19th century Ireland, a woman struggles to survive when independence isn’t encouraged and chooses to pose as a man to work as a butler in Dublin’s most posh hotel. Her new life brings a connection with a handsome painter, raising hopes of escaping the lie she’s been living.
Based on The Singular Life of Albert Nobbs
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Details
- Years
- 2011
- Release date
- 2011-12-21
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
- Runtime
- 113 min
- Critic score
- 57/100
- TMDB rating
- 6.3/10 (523 votes)
About
You’ll likely enjoy Albert Nobbs if you want a serious period drama about identity and survival with a strong central performance, but Not for you if you need fast momentum, broad likability, or a clearer, directionless storyline; similar mood: The Congress or Human Nature.
Pros: standout lead performance; period details; compelling identity struggle | Cons: slow pacing; weak sympathy; muddled narrative
Themes
- butler
- dublin, ireland
- maid
Awards & recognition
- Academy Award — Best Supporting Actress · 2012 · nominated
- Academy Award — Best Actress · 2012 · nominated
- Academy Award — Best Makeup and Hairstyling · 2012 · nominated
Cast & crew
Glenn Close
as Albert Nobbs
Mia Wasikowska
as Helen Dawes
Aaron Taylor-Johnson
as Joe Mackins
Janet McTeer
as Hubert Page
Pauline Collins
as Margaret Baker
Brenda Fricker
as Polly
Jonathan Rhys Meyers
as Viscount Yarrell
Brendan Gleeson
as Dr. Holloran
Maria Doyle Kennedy
as Mary
Antonia Campbell-Hughes
as Emmy
Directed by Rodrigo García