How a Christian mystic inspired Claire Foy's latest film
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Esther Higham chats with Philippa Lowthorpe, director of H is for Hawk, about how the writings of Christian mystic Julian of Norwich inspired the critically acclaimed new movie.
Released on 28 Jan 2026
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