Consuming Passions
Synopsis
Adapted from a play written by two Monty Python vets, this toothy satire launches with a tragic accident at Chumley's chocolate factory when hapless manager Ian Littleton accidentally knocks several employees into a huge chocolate vat. The tragic mishap at the chocolate factory results in candy lovers getting an unexpected 'extra' in their sweets.
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Top Cast
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Tyler Butterworth
Ian Littleton
Vanessa Redgrave
Mrs. Garza
Jonathan Pryce
Mr. Farris
Sammi Davis
Felicity
Freddie Jones
Graham Chumley
Prunella Scales
Ethel
Thora Hird
Mrs. Gordon
Bryan Pringle
William Rushton
Big Teddy
Linda Lusardi
Andrew Sachs
Jason
David Neville
John Wells
Preston Lockwood
Timothy West
Dr. Rees
Patrick Newell
Lester
Wincey Willis
Mary Healey
Mrs. Eggleston
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 6, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Giles Foster
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul D. Zimmerman, Andrew Davies
- Original Score
- Richard Hartley
- Original Title
- Consuming Passions
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Giles Foster
Paul D. Zimmerman, Andrew Davies, Michael Palin, Terry Jones
Richard Hartley
Roger Pratt
John Grover
William P. Cartlidge
Department Leadership Roster
Giles Foster
Director
Paul D. Zimmerman
Screenplay
Andrew Davies
Screenplay
William P. Cartlidge
Producer
Roger Pratt
Director of Photography
John Grover
Editor
Peter Lamont
Production Design
Barbara Kidd
Costume Design
Richard Hartley
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Consuming Passions
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What is Consuming Passions about?
Adapted from a play written by two Monty Python vets, this toothy satire launches with a tragic accident at Chumley's chocolate factory when hapless manager Ian Littleton accidentally knocks several employees into a huge chocolate vat. The tragic mishap at the chocolate factory results in candy lovers getting an unexpected 'extra' in their sweets.
Who directed Consuming Passions?
Consuming Passions was directed by Giles Foster.
Who stars in Consuming Passions?
The principal cast of Consuming Passions includes Tyler Butterworth, Vanessa Redgrave, Jonathan Pryce, Sammi Davis, Freddie Jones.
When was Consuming Passions released and how long is it?
Consuming Passions was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Consuming Passions?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Consuming Passions was composed by Richard Hartley.