kerry hudson

Kerry Hudson is an accomplished novelist, journalist, and now screenwriter. She is the author of two acclaimed novels and the Times-bestselling memoir, LOWBORN. Born in Aberdeen, growing up in a succession of council estates, B&Bs and caravan parks provided her with a keen eye for idiosyncratic behaviour, material for life, and a love of travel.

Kerry wrote the script for HANNAH, which was broadcast on BBC Four, starring Emma Fryer, as part of SKINT, a series of seven 15-minute monologues tackling the subject of poverty in the UK. HANNAH tells the story of a mother who is trying to do the best for her child whilst facing homelessness.

The series was overseen by Lisa McGee (the creator of Derry Girls) and actor and filmmaker, Peter Mullan.

Kerry was recently interviewed in a Guardian feature about working-class female screenwriters. You can now watch HANNAH as part of SKINT on BBC iPlayer here.

Reviews for SKINT

‘A vivid, unflinching examination of modern poverty…’ - The Guardian

‘Richly rewarding monologues about poverty…’ - The Times

‘The format is so direct, so intense, almost daring viewers to look away – and by holding our gaze, the speakers challenge us to confront the causes of poverty.’ - The Big Issue

About Kerry