Albert Nobbs

Albert Nobbs(2011)

"A man with a secret. A woman with a dream."

6.4/10
496 votes
113 minDecember 21, 2011

Overview

Albert Nobbs struggles to survive in late 19th century Ireland, where women aren't encouraged to be independent. Posing as a man, so she can work as a butler in Dublin's most posh hotel, Albert meets a handsome painter and looks to escape the lie she has been living.

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