description Dirty Pretty Things Overview
Dirty Pretty Things is a 2002 British thriller centered on the experiences of two foreign workers navigating life in London. The film, directed by Stephen Frears, explores their circumstances through the lens of BBC Films and Celador Films. It was distributed internationally by Buena Vista International via Miramax Films.
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info Dirty Pretty Things Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 2002 |
help Dirty Pretty Things FAQ
What does Okwe find in the hotel toilet in Dirty Pretty Things?
Okwe discovers a human heart blocking a toilet in the London hotel where he works at night. The discovery exposes a black-market scheme trading organ removal for forged immigration papers.
Why is Okwe qualified to perform surgery?
Okwe, played by Chiwetel Ejiofor, was a doctor in Nigeria before becoming an undocumented worker in London. Hotel manager Señor Juan tries to exploit those medical skills for his illegal kidney operation.
Who plays Senay in Dirty Pretty Things?
Audrey Tautou plays Senay, a Turkish asylum seeker who works at the hotel and shares living space with Okwe. Her immigration status prevents her from working legally and makes her vulnerable to both officials and employers.
Who wrote and directed Dirty Pretty Things?
Stephen Frears directed the 2002 film from an original screenplay by Steven Knight. Knight received an Academy Award nomination for the screenplay.
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