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Geraldine James is an English actor born on July 6, 1950, in Maidenhead, Berkshire, England. Working in film, James has appeared in supporting roles that blend into larger narratives. In 2010, James played Lady Ascot in Alice in Wonderland. The following year, James took on the recurring role of Mrs. Hudson in Sherlock Holmes and again in Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows. In 2015, James portrayed Lena in 45 Years, a drama where the character’s presence shapes the emotional core of the story. Earlier, in 2003, James appeared as Elizabeth Powell in Hearts of Gold.
Across these credits, James has worked within ensemble casts and period settings, contributing to films that span fantasy, mystery, and drama. The roles listed show a pattern of supporting characters who anchor scenes without ne…
