Logo What's After the Movie
This innovative film blends documentary and biopic, reimagining the life of playwright Andrea Dunbar. Director Clio Barnard uses audio interviews and lip-synched performances to explore Dunbar's story, focusing on her complex relationship with her daughter, Lorraine. The film examines parallels between their lives as they reconnect through letters and a staged performance of Dunbar's play in the streets of her past. It offers a poignant look at family, memory, and the lasting impact of experience.

This innovative film blends documentary and biopic, reimagining the life of playwright Andrea Dunbar. Director Clio Barnard uses audio interviews and lip-synched performances to explore Dunbar's story, focusing on her complex relationship with her daughter, Lorraine. The film examines parallels between their lives as they reconnect through letters and a staged performance of Dunbar's play in the streets of her past. It offers a poignant look at family, memory, and the lasting impact of experience.

Does The Arbor have end credit scenes?

No!

The Arbor does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

Meet the Full Cast and Actors of The Arbor

Explore the complete cast of The Arbor, including both lead and supporting actors. Learn who plays each character, discover their past roles and achievements, and find out what makes this ensemble cast stand out in the world of film and television.


No actors found

Ratings and Reviews for The Arbor

See how The Arbor is rated across major platforms like IMDb, Metacritic, and TMDb. Compare audience scores and critic reviews to understand where The Arbor stands among top-rated movies in its genre.


Metacritic

88

Metascore

7.6

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
review

96%

TOMATOMETER

review

74%

User Score

IMDb

7.3 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

72

%

User Score

Letterboxd

3.8

From 11 fan ratings

Movie Insider

3.33/5

From 3 fan ratings

Awards & Nominations for The Arbor

Explore awards

Discover all the awards and nominations received by The Arbor, from Oscars to film festival honors. Learn how The Arbor and its cast and crew have been recognized by critics and the industry alike.


64th British Academy Film Awards 2011

Clio Barnard
Nomination

Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer

Clio Barnard

It appears The Arbor does not have a summary available yet. Please consider requesting one.

Mobile App Preview

Coming soon on iOS and Android

The Plot Explained Mobile App

From blockbusters to hidden gems — dive into movie stories anytime, anywhere. Save your favorites, discover plots faster, and never miss a twist again.

Sign up to be the first to know when we launch. Your email stays private — always.

Watch Trailers, Clips & Behind-the-Scenes for The Arbor

See more

Watch official trailers, exclusive clips, cast interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage from The Arbor. Dive deeper into the making of the film, its standout moments, and key production insights.


THE ARBOR - OFFICIAL UK TRAILER

THE ARBOR trailer HD

The Arbor Themes and Keywords

Discover the central themes, ideas, and keywords that define the movie’s story, tone, and message. Analyze the film’s deeper meanings, genre influences, and recurring concepts.


title directed by femaleplaywrightf ratedfoster parentdomestic violencedeathfamily relationshipsautobiographicalhousing estateprisonmixed race childinterracial relationshipdrugsplay within filmlip syncingreenactment

The Arbor Other Names and Titles

Explore the various alternative titles, translations, and other names used for The Arbor across different regions and languages. Understand how the film is marketed and recognized worldwide.


O Caramanchão Арбор I odos Arbor ארבור Дървото: Животът на Андреа Дънбар 树荫 아버

Similar Movies To The Arbor You Should Know About

Browse a curated list of movies similar in genre, tone, characters, or story structure. Discover new titles like the one you're watching, perfect for fans of related plots, vibes, or cinematic styles.


© 2025 What's After the Movie. All rights reserved.