Children
Originally released in 1976. Children is a drama film. directed by Terence Davies. At just 47 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Phillip Mawdsley, Robin Hooper, and Nick Stringer
Synopsis
Robert Tucker, a young gay man who is almost without affect, sits in various waiting rooms. As he sits, he recalls events from the year of his childhood when his father dies. He's ten or eleven that year, picked on by bullies at the Catholic school he attends. He seems friendless. At home, his mother is quiet, his father is ill and angry. After his father's death, there's a wake, the coffin arrives, the body is removed. The lad grieves, alone.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 1, 1976
49 years ago
Runtime
0h 47m
47 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (30 votes)
Budget
$500K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $500,000
Production Companies
- BFI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Children about?
Robert Tucker, a young gay man who is almost without affect, sits in various waiting rooms. As he sits, he recalls events from the year of his childhood when his father dies. He's ten or eleven tha...
Who directed Children?
Children was directed by Terence Davies.
How long is Children?
Children has a runtime of 0 hours and 47 minutes (47 minutes total).
When was Children released?
Children was released on November 1, 1976 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Children?
The main cast of Children includes Phillip Mawdsley, Robin Hooper, Nick Stringer, Valerie Lilley, Linda Beckett.