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Mike Leigh (deviser)
Release Date:
23 July 1986 (USA)
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An odd film, primarily looking at how the dole affects the underclass in Britain. Tim Roth stars as Colin...
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Mood Swings By James Ponsoldt
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Tim Roth: The Hollywood Interview
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Tim Roth: The Hollywood Interview
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Cast
(Complete credited cast) | Marion Bailey | ... | Barbara |
 | Phil Daniels | ... | Mark |
 | Tim Roth | ... | Colin |
| Pam Ferris | ... | Mavis |
| Jeff Robert | ... | Frank |
 | Alfred Molina | ... | John |
 | Gary Oldman | ... | Coxy |
| Tilly Vosburgh | ... | Hayley |
| Paul Daly | ... | Rusty |
| Leila Bertrand | ... | Hayley's Friend |
| Hepburn Graham | ... | Boyfriend |
| Peter Wight | ... | Estate Manager |
| Eileen Davies | ... | Unemployment Benefit Clerk |
| Herbert Norville | ... | Man in Pub |
| Brian Hoskin | ... | Barman |
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90 min | USA:102 min
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| widescreen? | robhunter-1 |
| muppet? | snoopylover28 |
| location | phil-loughborough |
| A nice contrast | ollie_clixby |
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Typically bleak Mike Leigh film set this time in London in the early 80's. Leigh has captured the whole sentiment of the period perfectly, with many props and locations dating back before even the 70's, just as you would expect to find in homes and pubs of the time. So, authenticity aside, what of the film? The story, such as there is, circles around the relationship between Mike, played by Phil Daniels, and his brother Colin (Tim Roth). Not a lot happens, which is again typical of this director, so it is in the depth of character where the artistry lies. It is worth watching alone for the small set pieces, such as Gary Oldman wearing 28 hole ox-blood DMs rolling around in an oversize bin because he has nothing better to do. Be prepared for a gritty slice of english life, and don't watch it late at night - you run the risk of being lulled to sleep by the constant piano soundtrack.