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Dreams of a Life
Carol Morley's drama-documentary investigates the tragic death of a woman whose body lay undetected for almost three years.
Overview

In 2006, the body of 38-year-old Joyce Vincent was found in her North London bedsit. Her death, from unknown causes, had gone undetected by neighbours, friends or family for nearly three years. Carol Morley’s captivating, insightful film traces Joyce's life and interviews those who knew her in a bid to understand why this popular woman died so alone.