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Friday, September 23, 2011

"The Iron Lady": Never Compromise

Sneak Peek a new poster supporting the upcoming bio-pic feature "The Iron Lady", starring Oscar-winning actress Meryl Streep as former British prime minister 'Lady Margaret Thatcher'.

Directed by Phyllida Lloyd, the film co-stars Jim Broadbent as 'Denis Thatcher' and Anthony Head as cabinet minister 'Geoffrey Howe.

"The prospect of exploring the swathe cut through history by this remarkable woman is a daunting and exciting challenge," said Streep.

"I am trying to approach the role with as much zeal, fervour and attention to detail as the real 'Lady Thatcher' possesses – I can only hope my stamina will begin to approach her own..."

The film is narrated through a series of flashbacks, including the 17 days leading up to the Falklands War in 1982.

"The Iron Lady" is a Pathé, Film4, UK Film Council presentation with the participation of Canal+ and Cine Cinema in association with Goldcrest Film Production LLP of a DJ Films Production.

Click the images to enlarge and Sneak Peek "The Iron Lady"...