Alan Bennett: The Lady in the Van [2015] hardback Condition:New her dad died

her dad died

Seven months into her pregnancy

'There were some weeks that were painful

but most of all to the publication

a riveting read' Jeremy Paxman

Alan Bennett: The Lady in the Van [2015] hardback Condition:New her dad diedAdapted for the screen by the author from his celebrated memoir, Alan Bennett's The Lady in the Van, is directed by long standing collaborator Nicholas Hytner. The film tells the true story of the relationship between Alan Bennett and the singular Miss Shepherd, a woman of uncertain origins who 'temporarily' parked her van in Bennett's London driveway and proceeded to live there for 15 years. Their unique story is funny, poignant and life affirming.