Strictly Sinatra
Synopsis
In Glasgow, Toni Cocozza, age 28, aspires to be a lounge singer; his repertoire is strictly Sinatra, backed by Bill, an aging piano player and his only friend. Toni dreams big and enters a local television talent show. About that time, a local Mob boss decides Toni is great entertainment and invites him to be his guest at a casino. Toni chats up Irene, a cigarette girl, he gets an odd job or two from Chisolm, the mobster's number two, the audition goes bust, and Toni's future is uncertain. One thing leads to another with the Mob. Is Toni at a crossroads, or is there in reality no turning or going back?
Top Cast
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Ian Hart
Toni Cocozza
Kelly Macdonald
Irene
Brian Cox
Chisolm
Alun Armstrong
Bill
Tommy Flanagan
Michaelangelo
Iain Cuthbertson
Connolly
Una McLean
Dainty
Jimmy Chisholm
Kenny
Jimmy Yuill
Rod Edmunds
Richard E. Grant
Himself
Jimmy Tarbuck
Himself
Billy McColl
John
Anne Lacey
Coat Check Girl
Alex McAvoy
Aldo
Iain Fraser
Joe
Paul Doonan
Nicol
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Capaldi
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Capaldi
- Original Score
- Stanisław Syrewicz
- Original Title
- Strictly Sinatra
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- DNA Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Capaldi
Peter Capaldi
Stanisław Syrewicz
Stephen Blackman
Martin Walsh
Ruth Kenley-Letts, Elaine Collins
Department Leadership Roster
Ruth Kenley-Letts
Producer
Peter Capaldi
Writer
Stephen Blackman
Director of Photography
Peter Capaldi
Director
Elaine Collins
Producer
Martin Walsh
Editor
Stanisław Syrewicz
Original Music Composer
Martyn John
Production Design
Kate Carin
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Strictly Sinatra
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Strictly Sinatra about?
In Glasgow, Toni Cocozza, age 28, aspires to be a lounge singer; his repertoire is strictly Sinatra, backed by Bill, an aging piano player and his only friend. Toni dreams big and enters a local television talent show. About that time, a local Mob boss decides Toni is great entertainment and invites him to be his guest at a casino. Toni chats up Irene, a cigarette girl, he gets an odd job or two from Chisolm, the mobster's number two, the audition goes bust, and Toni's future is uncertain. One thing leads to another with the Mob. Is Toni at a crossroads, or is there in reality no turning or going back?
Who directed Strictly Sinatra?
Strictly Sinatra was directed by Peter Capaldi.
Who stars in Strictly Sinatra?
The principal cast of Strictly Sinatra includes Ian Hart, Kelly Macdonald, Brian Cox, Alun Armstrong, Tommy Flanagan.
When was Strictly Sinatra released and how long is it?
Strictly Sinatra was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Strictly Sinatra?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Strictly Sinatra was composed by Stanisław Syrewicz.