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Tipping the Velvet

Set in England in the 1890s, "Tipping the Velvet" is a colourful, passionate and entertaining love story, which follows our heroine's growth into womanhood. Episode 1 - The glamorous world of the 19th century music hall provides the backdrop for Nan's first love affair with Kitty Butler, a popular male impersonator. When Kitty is offered the chance to perform in London, a delighted Nan accompanies her as a dresser, but true success doesn't happen until Nan becomes part of the act. Episode 2 - Alone and devastated by her betrayal, Nan cannot return to her family in Whitstable so takes to the streets to survive. In her guise as a male impersonator, she finds a niche in the Victorian sexual underworld and is also drawn into the web of a rich Sapphic, society widow who offers sex, excitement and luxury but at a perilous price. Episode 3 - Diana throws out Nan and Blake and Blake disappears with all of the money leaving a totally destitute Nan. The only person she can think to turn to ends up unwelcoming to her. So begins a very different phase for Nan, which leads ultimately to her making the most important decision of her life. From the acclaimed novel by Sarah Waters. Starring Rachael Stirling and Keeley Hawes.

Year: 2002
Genre: Queer Cinema, Nick's Favourites
Country: UK
Director: Geoffrey Sax
Starring: Rachael Stirling, Keeley Hawes, Anna Chancellor, Jodhi May, Hugh Bonneville
Duration: 185 Minutes
Rating: R16 - Contains sex scenes.
8/10
Location in store: Queer Cinema

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