The British silent movie era in a quirky MASTERPIECE THEATRE drama

Flickers

7.0 (4 votes)• 1980• 50m•Ended

Storyline & Plot Summary

Arnie Cole and his wife Maud are an odd couple, having entered into the state of matrimony for purely practical reasons. However, their marriage of convenience gives way to genuine partnership as Maud becomes caught up in Arnie's ambitions to start his own film production company.

Production Details

Languages: English, Spanish

Director: Cyril Coke

Starring Cast: Bob Hoskins, Frances de la Tour, Fraser Cains, Philip Madoc, Sheila Reid, Dickie Arnold

Cast

Bob Hoskins

Arnie Cole

Frances de la Tour

Maud Cole

Fraser Cains

Llewellyn

Philip Madoc

Jack Brewer

Sheila Reid

Lily Brewer

Dickie Arnold

Corky Brown

Valerie Holliman

Cora Brown

Granville Saxton

Max Legendre

Jim Hooper

Percy Bowden

Joanna Foster

Clara Brewer

Teresa Codling

Dotty Brewer

Tom Cotcher

Hector

Sheri Shepstone

Violet

Audience Reviews & Detailed Breakdown

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2 Reviews

CinematicExpert

2 days ago

9.5 / 10

Story: 10•Cast: 9.5•OST: 9•Rewatch: 9

An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.

DramaEnthusiast

1 week ago

8.8 / 10

Story: 9•Cast: 9•OST: 8.5•Rewatch: 8.5

Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.

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