Fiercely independent writer Alice (Gemma Arterton - Their Finest) secludes herself in her study: occupied by her work but also profoundly lonely, haunted by a love affair from her past. When spirited young Frank (Lucas Bond), an evacuee from the London Blitz, is dumped into her care, his innocence and wonder awaken Alice’s deeply buried emotions. Alice learns that wounds may be healed, hope and second chances do exist, and any woman must defiantly be who and what she wants. From Britain’s Olivier Award winning writer/director Jessica Swale (Leading Lady Parts), SUMMERLAND inspires with daringly honest and contemporary themes – an emotional journey of womanhood and self-discovery, love and friendship.
Co-starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw (Belle, Misbehaviour), Tom Courtenay (The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society), and Penelope Wilton (Best Exotic Marigold Hotel).