Bernard Atha
Known for: Acting
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.
Filmography
Series
Sherlock Holmes
Dr Carthew
1984
Series
All Creatures Great and Small
Jack Almond
1978
Series
All Creatures Great and Small
Henry Dickson
1978
Series
Bill Brand
Mr. Hollins
1976
Series
The Beiderbecke Affair
Returning Officer
1985
Film
Kes
Youth Employment Officer
1970
Series
Days of Hope
Vicar
1975
Film
The Cold War Killers
Hotel Porter
1986
Film
It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet
2nd P.C.
1976
Film
Liam
Teacher (uncredited)
2001
Film
Family Life
1971
Film
Kisses at Fifty
Social Security Man
1973
Film
Leeds United!
Radio Reporter
1974
Film
Steps Back
Porter
1973
Film
The Road to 1984
Shop Manager
1984
Film
The Rank and File
Personnel Officer
1971
Film
All Day on the Sands
1979
Film
The Spongers
Councillor Conway
1978
Film
The Lady's Maid's Bell
Pharmacist
1983
Film
There Is a Happy Land
Park Ranger
1974