Absolute Beginners
"Welcome to the world of your dreams!"
Originally released in 1986. Absolute Beginners is a drama/music film. directed by Julien Temple.
Starring Eddie O'Connell, Patsy Kensit, and James Fox
Synopsis
A musical adaptation of Colin MacInnes' novel about life in late 1950s London. Nineteen-year-old photographer Colin is hopelessly in love with model Crepe Suzette, but her relationships are strictly connected with her progress in the fashion world. So Colin gets involved with a pop promoter and tries to crack the big time. Meanwhile, racial tension is brewing in Colin's Notting Hill housing estate...
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 4, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
1h 48m
108 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (66 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Eddie O'Connell
as Colin, Photographer / Narrator
Patsy Kensit
as Suzette
James Fox
as Henley of Mayfair, Dressmaker to the Queen
David Bowie
as Vendice Partners
Ray Davies
as Arthur, Colin's Dad
Mandy Rice-Davies
as Flora, Colin's Mum
Eve Ferret
as Big Jill
Tony Hippolyte
as Mr. Cool
Graham Fletcher-Cook
as Wizard
Joseph McKenna
as Fabulous Hoplite
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Goldcrest
- Palace Pictures
- Virgin Vision
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Absolute Beginners about?
A musical adaptation of Colin MacInnes' novel about life in late 1950s London. Nineteen-year-old photographer Colin is hopelessly in love with model Crepe Suzette, but her relationships are strictl...
Who directed Absolute Beginners?
Absolute Beginners was directed by Julien Temple.
How long is Absolute Beginners?
Absolute Beginners has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).
When was Absolute Beginners released?
Absolute Beginners was released on April 4, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Absolute Beginners?
The main cast of Absolute Beginners includes Eddie O'Connell, Patsy Kensit, James Fox, David Bowie, Ray Davies.