Acting
Bernard Atha
Acting · Born 1928-08-27 · Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, UK
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.
Credits · 19
FilmLiam
2001 · Teacher (uncredited)
FilmThe Cold War Killers
1986 · Hotel Porter
The Beiderbecke Affair
1985 · Returning Officer
Sherlock Holmes
1984 · Dr Carthew
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
1984 · Dr Carthew
FilmThe Road to 1984
1984 · Shop Manager
FilmThe Lady's Maid's Bell
1983 · Pharmacist
FilmAll Day on the Sands
1979
Pickersgill People
1978 · Edgar Dunkerley
FilmThe Spongers
1978 · Councillor Conway
All Creatures Great and Small
1978 · Jack Almond
FilmIt Shouldn't Happen to a Vet
1976 · 2nd P.C.
Bill Brand
1976 · Mr. Hollins
Days of Hope
1975 · Vicar
FilmLeeds United!
1974 · Radio Reporter
FilmKisses at Fifty
1973 · Social Security Man
FilmFamily Life
1971
FilmThe Rank and File
1971 · Personnel Officer
FilmKes
1970 · Youth Employment Officer