Rita Tushingham
Biography
Rita Tushingham, born on March 14, 1942, is a renowned actress from England. She gained prominence for her leading performances in several notable films, such as A Taste of Honey (1961), The Leather Boys (1964), The Knack… and How to Get It (1965), Doctor Zhivago (1965), and Smashing Time (1967). Her role in A Taste of Honey earned her significant recognition, as she was awarded the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress and received accolades as Most Promising Newcomer from both the BAFTA Awards and Golden Globe Awards.
Throughout her career, Tushingham has appeared in various films, showcasing her versatility as an actress. Some of her later works include An Awfully Big Adventure (1995), Under the Skin (1997), and Being Julia (2004). Her contributions to cinema have solidified her status as a prominent figure in the film industry. Tushingham's performances have left a lasting impact, allowing her to maintain a respected place in the world of acting.
Filmography
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Under the Skin
1997 • Mum
Last Night in Soho
2021 • Peggy Turner
Resurrected
1989 • Mrs. Deakin
Diamonds for Breakfast
1968 • Bridget Rafferty
The Guru
1969 • Jenny
Straight On Till Morning
1972 • Brenda Thompson
The Leather Boys
1964 • Dot
Swing
1999 • Mags Luxford
Spaghetti House
1982 • Kathy Ceccacci
Mysteries
1978 • Martha Gude
Seamonsters
2011 • Rose
Boudica
2023 • Green Druid
Girl with Green Eyes
1964 • Kathleen "Kate" Brady
The Wee Man
2013 • Rita Thompson
Flying
1986 • Jean Stoller
Puffball
2007 • Molly
The Human Factor
1975 • Janice
Smashing Time
1967 • Brenda
Gospel According to Harry
1994 • Myrna
The Owners
2020 • Ellen Huggins
Outside Bet
2012 • Martha
The Trap (1966)
1966 • Eve