Summerland
Synopsis
A love story set in the timeless and enchanting world of Summerland; sun-dappled days by the sea over one achingly beautiful summer.
Fiercely independent writer Alice (Gemma Arterton) secludes herself in her study - occupied by her work yet profoundly lonely, haunted by a love affair from her past. When spirited young Frank, an evacuee from the London Blitz, is placed in her irritable care, his innocence and wonder awaken Alice’s deeply buried emotions.
Bravely embracing life’s miraculous unpredictability, Alice learns that wounds can heal, hope and second chances do exist, and every woman must defiantly be two things: who and what she wants.
From Olivier Award-winning writer/director Jessica Swale, Summerland is an intensely emotional journey of womanhood, self-discovery, love, and friendship
Director
Jessica Swale
Cast
Gemma Arterton, Gugu Mbatha- Raw, Tom Courtenay, Penelope Wilton