Calendar Girls

Movie (2003)

When her husband sadly succumbs to leukaemia, a Women's Institute member is inspired to raise funds for the local hospital. Tossing their inhibitions and clothes aside, the widow and her daring friend encourage their fellow members to drop everything and pose nude for a charity calendar, causing a stir in their Yorkshire village and beyond. Nigel Cole's light-hearted fact-based comedy will put a smile on all but the most cynical viewer's face, and gives the term cheesecake a whole new meaning. The story loses its way in the second half but is saved thanks to wonderful performances from the talented cast. Julie Walters, Helen Mirren, Annette Crosbie, Celia Imrie and Penelope Wilton star