Anita and Me (2002)

Cast

• Chandeep Uppal - Meena Kumar
• Max Beesley - Hairy Neddy
• Anna Brewster - Anita Rutter
• Sanjeev Bhaskar - Mr. Kumar
• Kathy Burke - Mrs. Rutter
• Kabir Bedi - Yeti
• Ayesha Dharker - Mrs. Daljeet Kumar
• Lynn Redgrave - Mrs. Omerod
• Alex Freeborn - Sam Lowbridge
• Mark Williams - The Reverend 'Uncle' Alan

Screenplay

• Meera Syal

Themes

A Small Boy and a Wise Mentor, Daily Struggles of the Working Class, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery

Keywords

based on novel or book, england, culture clash, 1970s, growing up, working class, awakening, midlands

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Anita and Me about?

Meena, a 12-year-old living in a mining village in the English Midlands in 1972, is the daughter of Indian parents who've come to England to give her a better life. This idyllic existence is upset by the arrival in the village of Anita Rutter and her dysfunctional family.

Who directed Anita and Me?

Anita and Me was directed by Metin Hüseyin.

Who stars in Anita and Me?

Anita and Me stars Chandeep Uppal, Max Beesley, Anna Brewster, Sanjeev Bhaskar, Kathy Burke, Kabir Bedi.

How long is Anita and Me?

Anita and Me has a runtime of 1h 33m (93 minutes).

What genre is Anita and Me?

Anita and Me is a Comedy, Drama, Family film.

Where was Anita and Me produced?

Anita and Me was produced in United Kingdom.

What are the themes of Anita and Me?

The themes of Anita and Me include: A Small Boy and a Wise Mentor, Daily Struggles of the Working Class, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery.