Tumbledown
“No glory, no parade, no triumphant heroes' return.”
Synopsis
The film centers on the experiences of Robert Lawrence MC, an officer of the Scots Guards during the Falklands War of 1982. While fighting at the Battle of Mount Tumbledown, Lawrence is shot in the head by an Argentine sniper and left paralyzed on his left side. He then must learn to adjust to his new disability.
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Tumbledown (1988)
Type: Clip • Published 2021-01-19
Top Cast
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Colin Firth
Robert Lawrence
Paul Rhys
Hugh MacKessac
David Calder
John Lawrence
Barbara Leigh-Hunt
Jean Lawrence
Rupert Baker
Nick Lawrence
Jack Fortune
Christopher Lawrence
Sophie Thompson
Louise Stubbs
Roddy Maude-Roxby
George Stubbs
Ann Bell
Helen Stubbs
Dan Hildebrand
Prothero
Mark Williams
Lumpy
Paul Higgins
Saltemarsh
Timothy Carlton
Lt. Colonel Bill Kirke
Pete Postlethwaite
Major (Rehabilitation Centre)
Angela Morant
Major Newman
Tam Dean Burn
Sergeant Brodick
Ian Michie
Fraser
Stewart Porter
O'Rourke
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Eyre
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Wood
- Original Score
- Richard Hartley
- Original Title
- Tumbledown
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Eyre
Charles Wood
Richard Hartley
Andrew Dunn
Ken Pearce
Richard Broke
Department Leadership Roster
Andrew Dunn
Director of Photography
Ken Pearce
Editor
Richard Eyre
Director
Richard Hartley
Original Music Composer
Charles Wood
Writer
Geoff Powell
Production Design
Michael Burdle
Costume Design
Richard Broke
Producer
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tumbledown
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What is Tumbledown about?
The film centers on the experiences of Robert Lawrence MC, an officer of the Scots Guards during the Falklands War of 1982. While fighting at the Battle of Mount Tumbledown, Lawrence is shot in the head by an Argentine sniper and left paralyzed on his left side. He then must learn to adjust to his new disability.
Who directed Tumbledown?
Tumbledown was directed by Richard Eyre.
Who stars in Tumbledown?
The principal cast of Tumbledown includes Colin Firth, Paul Rhys, David Calder, Barbara Leigh-Hunt, Rupert Baker.
When was Tumbledown released and how long is it?
Tumbledown was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 55m.
Who composed the musical score for Tumbledown?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tumbledown was composed by Richard Hartley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tumbledown?
Tumbledown holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).