"The Iron Lady" is a biographical film that portrays the life of Margaret Thatcher, the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Released in 2011, the film stars Meryl Streep, whose performance earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress. It explores Thatcher's rise to power, her political challenges, and her complex personal life, highlighting her determination and controversial policies. The film is directed by Phyllida Lloyd and features a non-linear narrative, shifting between Thatcher's past and her later years, where she grapples with memory and loss. It provides insight into her impact on British politics and society during her time in office from 1979 to 1990.