Greg Davies: Looking for Kes
Originally released in 2019. Greg Davies: Looking for Kes is a documentary/tv movie film. directed by Jenny Dames. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Greg Davies, David Bradley, and Ken Loach
Synopsis
Comedian, actor and ex-English teacher Greg Davies is a lifelong fan of Barry Hines's classic novel A Kestrel for a Knave, the story of Billy Casper training a kestrel as an escape from his troubled home and school life. In this documentary, Greg goes in search of the book's enduring appeal, travelling to Barnsley, where the book was set and where Ken Loach's famous adaptation, Kes, was filmed.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 19, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greg Davies: Looking for Kes about?
Comedian, actor and ex-English teacher Greg Davies is a lifelong fan of Barry Hines's classic novel A Kestrel for a Knave, the story of Billy Casper training a kestrel as an escape from his trouble...
Who directed Greg Davies: Looking for Kes?
Greg Davies: Looking for Kes was directed by Jenny Dames.
How long is Greg Davies: Looking for Kes?
Greg Davies: Looking for Kes has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Greg Davies: Looking for Kes released?
Greg Davies: Looking for Kes was released on November 19, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Greg Davies: Looking for Kes?
The main cast of Greg Davies: Looking for Kes includes Greg Davies, David Bradley, Ken Loach, Tony Garnett, Jarvis Cocker.