Bernard Atha
Acting
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Acting Credits
Biography
Bernard Atha CBE was an actor known for his many appearances in Ken Loach films and various notable Play for Today productions. He also served as a Labour councillor for the Kirkstall ward in Leeds for 57 years (1957-2014) and was once the Lord Mayor of the city. He trained in ballet and law before taking up his career in acting and politics. He died aged 94 on 22nd October 2022.
Known For
Filmography
Liam
2001
as Teacher (uncredited)
The Cold War Killers
1986
as Hotel Porter
The Beiderbecke Affair
1985
as Returning Officer
The Road to 1984
1984
as Shop Manager
Sherlock Holmes
1984
as Dr Carthew
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
1984
as Dr Carthew
The Lady's Maid's Bell
1983
as Pharmacist
All Day on the Sands
1979
The Spongers
1978
as Councillor Conway
All Creatures Great and Small
1978
as Jack Almond
All Creatures Great and Small
1978
as Henry Dickson
Pickersgill People
1978
as Edgar Dunkerley
It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet
1976
as 2nd P.C.
Bill Brand
1976
as Mr. Hollins
Days of Hope
1975
as Vicar
Leeds United!
1974
as Radio Reporter
There Is a Happy Land
1974
as Park Ranger
Kisses at Fifty
1973
as Social Security Man
Steps Back
1973
as Porter
The Rank and File
1971
as Personnel Officer
Family Life
1971
Kes
1970
as Youth Employment Officer