Memoirs of a Survivor
“From the bestselling novel by Doris Lessing”
Synopsis
Based on the acclaimed novel by Doris Lessing, this dystopian science fiction tale concerns a woman struggling to make her way in a post-apocalyptic society. D (Julie Christie) is living in a city that's at the point of collapse following a catastrophic nuclear war; lawlessness and violence rule the day, and gangs of brutal youth roam the streets. With the help of her teenage companion Emily (Leonie Mellinger), D tries to make her way, and in order to cope, she often escapes into a fantasy world in which she lives in genteel Victorian surroundings in the 19th century.
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Julie Christie
'D'
Christopher Guard
Gerald
Leonie Mellinger
Emily Mary Cartwright
Debbie Hutchings
June
Nigel Hawthorne
Victorian Father
Pat Keen
Victorian Mother
Georgina Griffiths
Victorian Emily
Christopher Tsangarides
Victorian Son
Mark Dignam
Newsvendor
Alison Dowling
Janet White
John Franklyn-Robbins
Prof White
Rowena Cooper
Mrs White
Barbara Hicks
Woman on Wasteground
John Comer
Man Delivering Emily
Adrienne Byrne
Maureen
Marion Owen Smith
Sandra
Tara MacGowran
Jill
Jeanne Watts
Neighbour
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 10, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Gladwell
- Screenplay & Story
- Kerry Crabbe, David Gladwell, Doris Lessing
- Original Score
- Mike Thorne
- Original Title
- Memoirs of a Survivor
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Production Studios
- National Film Finance Corporation, Memorial Enterprises
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Gladwell
Kerry Crabbe, David Gladwell, Doris Lessing
Mike Thorne
Walter Lassally
Department Leadership Roster
Kerry Crabbe
Writer
David Gladwell
Writer
David Gladwell
Director
Mike Thorne
Original Music Composer
Walter Lassally
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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What is Memoirs of a Survivor about?
Based on the acclaimed novel by Doris Lessing, this dystopian science fiction tale concerns a woman struggling to make her way in a post-apocalyptic society. D (Julie Christie) is living in a city that's at the point of collapse following a catastrophic nuclear war; lawlessness and violence rule the day, and gangs of brutal youth roam the streets. With the help of her teenage companion Emily (Leonie Mellinger), D tries to make her way, and in order to cope, she often escapes into a fantasy world in which she lives in genteel Victorian surroundings in the 19th century.
Who directed Memoirs of a Survivor?
Memoirs of a Survivor was directed by David Gladwell.
Who stars in Memoirs of a Survivor?
The principal cast of Memoirs of a Survivor includes Julie Christie, Christopher Guard, Leonie Mellinger, Debbie Hutchings, Nigel Hawthorne.
When was Memoirs of a Survivor released and how long is it?
Memoirs of a Survivor was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 55m.
Who composed the musical score for Memoirs of a Survivor?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Memoirs of a Survivor was composed by Mike Thorne.
Is Memoirs of a Survivor based on a book or true story?
Memoirs of a Survivor is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Doris Lessing".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Memoirs of a Survivor?
Memoirs of a Survivor holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).