We Think the World of You
Synopsis
An aimless young man, Johnny, is sent prison. He entrusts his beloved dog, Evie, to the care of his former lover and best friend, Frank. When he gets out of prison, he has to face difficulties at home. Added to this, is the fact that he may have to give up Evie to Frank.
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Alan Bates
Frank Meadows
Gary Oldman
Johnny
Liz Smith
Millie
Max Wall
Tom
Frances Barber
Megan
Sheila Ballantine
Margaret
Pat Keen
Miss Sweeting
David Swift
Bill
Paula Jacobs
Deirdre
Ivor Roberts
Harry
Barbara New
Mrs Grant
Edward Jewesbury
Judge
Nick Stringer
Butcher
Barbara Hicks
Residents Assoc. Lady 1
Irene Sutcliffe
Residents Assoc. Lady 2
Danny Macdonald
Boy
Kerry Wise
Rita
Ryan Batt
Dickie
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 22, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Colin Gregg
- Screenplay & Story
- Hugh Stoddart, J.R. Ackerley
- Original Score
- Julian Jacobson
- Original Title
- We Think the World of You
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Film Four International, British Screen Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Colin Gregg
Hugh Stoddart, J.R. Ackerley
Julian Jacobson
Michael Garfath
Peter Delfgou
Tommaso Jandelli
Department Leadership Roster
Colin Gregg
Director
Hugh Stoddart
Writer
Tommaso Jandelli
Producer
Michael Garfath
Director of Photography
Peter Delfgou
Editor
Jamie Leonard
Production Design
Doreen Watkinson
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Parental Guidance Suggested.
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What is We Think the World of You about?
An aimless young man, Johnny, is sent prison. He entrusts his beloved dog, Evie, to the care of his former lover and best friend, Frank. When he gets out of prison, he has to face difficulties at home. Added to this, is the fact that he may have to give up Evie to Frank.
Who directed We Think the World of You?
We Think the World of You was directed by Colin Gregg.
Who stars in We Think the World of You?
The principal cast of We Think the World of You includes Alan Bates, Gary Oldman, Liz Smith, Max Wall, Frances Barber.
When was We Think the World of You released and how long is it?
We Think the World of You was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for We Think the World of You?
The original motion picture soundtrack for We Think the World of You was composed by Julian Jacobson.
Is We Think the World of You based on a book or true story?
We Think the World of You is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "J.R. Ackerley".
What is the age rating and content advisory for We Think the World of You?
We Think the World of You holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.).