
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.

Kes
1970 · as Youth Employment Officer

All Day on the Sands
1979

The Road to 1984
1984 · as Shop Manager

Family Life
1971

The Spongers
1978 · as Councillor Conway

Liam
2001 · as Teacher (uncredited)

Leeds United!
1974 · as Radio Reporter

The Cold War Killers
1986 · as Hotel Porter

It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet
1976 · as 2nd P.C.

The Rank and File
1971 · as Personnel Officer

There Is a Happy Land
1974 · as Park Ranger

Kisses at Fifty
1973 · as Social Security Man

The Lady's Maid's Bell
1983 · as Pharmacist

Steps Back
1973 · as Porter