The Last of England
Synopsis
The artist's personal commentary on the decline of his country in a language closer to poetry than prose. A dark meditation on London under Thatcher.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Clip from The Last of England (1987, sub ENG)
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-01-20
Top Cast
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Tilda Swinton
The Maid
Spencer Leigh
Soldier / Various roles
'Spring' Mark Adley
Spring / Various roles (as Spring)
Gerrard McArthur
Various roles
Jonny Phillips
Various roles (as Jonathan Phillips)
Gay Gaynor
Various roles
Matthew Hawkins
Junkyard Guy
Nigel Terry
Narrator (voice)
Derek Jarman
Himself (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Ars Independent Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Derek Jarman
- Screenplay & Story
- Derek Jarman
- Original Score
- Simon Fisher-Turner
- Original Title
- The Last of England
- Country of Origin
- Germany, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- ZDF, Anglo International Films, British Screen Productions, Tartan Films, Channel Four Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Derek Jarman
Derek Jarman
Simon Fisher-Turner
Derek Jarman
Peter Cartwright, Angus Cook, John Maybury
Don Boyd, James Mackay
Department Leadership Roster
Derek Jarman
Director
Sandy Powell
Costume Design
Derek Jarman
Writer
Don Boyd
Producer
Christopher Hobbs
Production Design
Peter Cartwright
Editor
Angus Cook
Editor
John Maybury
Editor
Sally Yeadon
Editor
James Mackay
Producer
Simon Fisher-Turner
Original Music Composer
Derek Jarman
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Last of England
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Last of England about?
The artist's personal commentary on the decline of his country in a language closer to poetry than prose. A dark meditation on London under Thatcher.
Who directed The Last of England?
The Last of England was directed by Derek Jarman.
Who stars in The Last of England?
The principal cast of The Last of England includes Tilda Swinton, Spencer Leigh, 'Spring' Mark Adley, Gerrard McArthur, Jonny Phillips.
When was The Last of England released and how long is it?
The Last of England was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for The Last of England?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Last of England was composed by Simon Fisher-Turner.