The film is based on the true story of an Irish woman who was forced to give up her son and spent decades trying to find him

A heart-rending film set in Ireland and the US, based on a poignant 2009 book, is now available for viewing on Netflix .

The critically acclaimed film stars Judi Dench and Steve Coogan and has been showered with several international film awards upon its release. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

The film, an adaptation of The Lost Child of Philomena Lee, features Dench as the titular character Philomena, an elderly woman who has spent half a century searching for her son.

Coogan portrays Sixsmith, who endeavours to assist her in her quest. The film was a massive success, earning nominations for four BAFTA Awards and three Golden Globe Awards.

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