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Hold Back the Night

June 10, 1999 1h 44m 4.7/10 (9 votes)

Originally released in 1999. Hold Back the Night is a drama film. directed by Phil Davis.

Starring Christine Tremarco, Stuart Sinclair Blyth, and Sheila Hancock

Synopsis

A young woman joins a group of protesters trying to stop the construction of a highway through a forest with the purpose of having sex with their leader. But when morning comes and the authorities show up to disband the protesters, she hits a man with a log. This causes the two to have to go on the run. With the help of a sickly, but sympathetic woman, the two slip through police roadblocks. Traveling with her, they learn she is an ex-army lesbian who just wants to see a final sunrise at the Orkney Islands before her death.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 10, 1999 26 years ago
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Runtime 1h 44m 104 minutes total
User Rating 4.7/10 Mixed (9 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Parallax Pictures
  • Film4 Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hold Back the Night about?

A young woman joins a group of protesters trying to stop the construction of a highway through a forest with the purpose of having sex with their leader. But when morning comes and the authorities ...

Who directed Hold Back the Night?

Hold Back the Night was directed by Phil Davis.

How long is Hold Back the Night?

Hold Back the Night has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).

When was Hold Back the Night released?

Hold Back the Night was released on June 10, 1999 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Hold Back the Night?

The main cast of Hold Back the Night includes Christine Tremarco, Stuart Sinclair Blyth, Sheila Hancock, Richard Platt, Julie Ann Watson.