Thompson had a support role in 1976 , directed by Crombie, which was a big success.
Following a brief, uncredited role in the post-apocalyptic blockbuster 2007 , Thompson played the devoutly Catholic Lady Marchmain in a of.
Critics were unenthusiastic about the film, but several picked Thompson out as its highlight.
This film was a box office disappointment.
Her role was a 77-year-old foul-mouthed, chain-smoking, Glaswegian former prostitute, the mother of the title character.
In 2014, Thompson provided the narration for 's comedy-drama film,.
Thompson, creator and host of the acclaimed new , has been championing, challenging, and celebrating faith-fueled art and artists since he was just a kid.
It was her second consecutive blockbuster release, and critics were generally kind to the film.