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Dean Spanley( 2008)

TV-MAComedyDrama
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Overview

Set in Edwardian England where upper lips are always stiff and men from the Colonies are not entirely to be trusted, Fisk Senior has little time or affection for his son, but when the pair visit an eccentric Indian, they start a strange journey that eventually allows the old man to find his heart.

    Top Billed Cast

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      Jeremy Northam

      Fisk Junior / Narrator (voice)

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      Sam Neill

      Dean Spanley

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      Bryan Brown

      Wrather

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      Peter O'Toole

      Fisk Senior

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      Judy Parfitt

      Mr. Brimley

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      Art Malik

      Swami Nala Prash

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      Ramon Tikaram

      Nawab of Ranjiput

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    A review by sykobanana

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    Written by sykobanana on Wed Jan 24 2018
    This is one of those films that I recommend to everyone who love movies and great acting. It was little seen upon its release which is a shame because it has some of the most sublime and subtle acting as well as a moving and at times hilarious screenplay. Set in Edwardian England, we meet Fisk senior, an elderly gentleman looked after by his son, Fisk Junior, and house keeper, Mrs Brimley. Fisk senior has withdrawn from life and as a part of his son trying to keep him involved in society, they visit a talk on reincarnation where they briefly meet local clergyman, Dean Spanley. Following ...

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    Facts

    Status

    Released

    Original Language

    English

    Budget

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    Revenue

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    Keywords

    • based on novel or book
    • england
    • victorian england
    • dog
    • gentlemen