Heavenly Pursuits
Synopsis
Vic Mathews teaches a remedial class at the Blessed Edith Semple School in Scotland. Some at the school are trying to discover the two more miracles that would promote the late Edith Semple to sainthood; Mathews, a non-believer, wishes the school would concentrate on teaching the children. He becomes confused, however, when he is involved in possibly miraculous events himself! Written by George S. Davis
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Trailer for Heavenly Persuits (1986) starrung Tom Conti and Helen Mirren
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-08-24
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Tom Conti
Vic Mathews
Helen Mirren
Ruth Chancellor
David Hayman
Jeff Jeffries
Ewen Bremner
Stevie Deans
Brian Pettifer
Father Cobb
Jennifer Black
Sister
Dave Anderson
Headmaster
Juliet Cadzow
Woman Teacher
Ron Donachie
Big Man in Bar
Robert W. Carr
Night Editor
Moica Brady
Radiologist
Christopher Thomas Bryant
Child in Vic's Class
Tom Busby
Monseigneur Brusse
Doreen Cameron
Nurse
Fiona Chalmers
Child in Vic's Class
Margo Croan
Woman at Bus Stop
Ann-Marie D'Agostino
Child in Vic's Class
Jake D'Arcy
Wee Man at Bar
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Gormley
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Gormley
- Original Score
- B.A. Robertson
- Original Title
- Heavenly Pursuits
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Island, National Film Finance Corporation, Channel Four Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Gormley
Charles Gormley
B.A. Robertson
Michael Coulter
John Gow
Ann Skinner, Michael Relph
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Gormley
Director
Michael Coulter
Director of Photography
Rita McGurn
Production Design
Gerry Crampton
Stunt Coordinator
Charles Gormley
Writer
John Gow
Editor
Michael Relph
Producer
B.A. Robertson
Original Music Composer
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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What is Heavenly Pursuits about?
Vic Mathews teaches a remedial class at the Blessed Edith Semple School in Scotland. Some at the school are trying to discover the two more miracles that would promote the late Edith Semple to sainthood; Mathews, a non-believer, wishes the school would concentrate on teaching the children. He becomes confused, however, when he is involved in possibly miraculous events himself! Written by George S. Davis
Who directed Heavenly Pursuits?
Heavenly Pursuits was directed by Charles Gormley.
Who stars in Heavenly Pursuits?
The principal cast of Heavenly Pursuits includes Tom Conti, Helen Mirren, David Hayman, Ewen Bremner, Brian Pettifer.
When was Heavenly Pursuits released and how long is it?
Heavenly Pursuits was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Heavenly Pursuits?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Heavenly Pursuits was composed by B.A. Robertson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Heavenly Pursuits?
Heavenly Pursuits holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).