Alive and Kicking
“Love is the ultimate kick!”
Synopsis
A passionately committed young dancer is forced to re-examine his career and life when faced with death, finding hope through an older man who becomes his lover, mentor and companion.
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Alive and Kicking (1997) | Trailer | Film4Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-01-09
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Jason Flemyng
Tonio
Antony Sher
Jack
Dorothy Tutin
Luna
Anthony Higgins
Ramon
Bill Nighy
Tristan
Philip Voss
Duncan
Diane Parish
Millie
Aiden Waters
Vincent
Natalie Roles
Catherine
Frederick Stuart
Luke
Kenneth Tharp
Howard
Michael Keegan-Dolan
Alan
Ruth Lass
Night Nurse
Linda Bassett
Doctor
Hilary Reynolds
Nurse
Dickon Tolson
Mugger
David Ashton
Paris Mourner
Annabel Leventon
Paris Mourner
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 25, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nancy Meckler
- Screenplay & Story
- Martin Sherman
- Original Score
- Peter Salem
- Original Title
- Alive and Kicking
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Channel 4 Television, Martin Pope Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nancy Meckler
Martin Sherman
Peter Salem
Chris Seager
Rodney Holland
Martin Pope
Department Leadership Roster
Nancy Meckler
Director
Martin Sherman
Writer
Monica Howe
Costume Design
Martin Pope
Producer
Cecilia Brereton
Production Design
Chris Seager
Director of Photography
Rodney Holland
Editor
Peter Salem
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alive and Kicking
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What is Alive and Kicking about?
A passionately committed young dancer is forced to re-examine his career and life when faced with death, finding hope through an older man who becomes his lover, mentor and companion.
Who directed Alive and Kicking?
Alive and Kicking was directed by Nancy Meckler.
Who stars in Alive and Kicking?
The principal cast of Alive and Kicking includes Jason Flemyng, Antony Sher, Dorothy Tutin, Anthony Higgins, Bill Nighy.
When was Alive and Kicking released and how long is it?
Alive and Kicking was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Alive and Kicking?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Alive and Kicking was composed by Peter Salem.