Nervous Energy
“Chronicling the ups and downs that a gay couple experience as their love is almost destroyed by one partner’s AIDS suffering.”
Synopsis
Tom is a young man with AIDS living in London with his lover Ira. The disease has exaggerated Toms nervous energy and in his manic state he suddenly decides to go to Glasgow to visit the family he hasn't seen in ten years. His brother Ian is thoroughly disgusted by his lifestyle and only his mother shows any compassion for him. The visit soon develops into a nightmare as dementia sets in and Tom's health rapidly declines. Finally, events come to a head and Ira has no choice but to force Tom back to London, where he expects him to die at any time. After treatment, Tom gets a brief reprieve, having discovered that his real family is his adopted one in London.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Stewart
- Screenplay & Story
- Howard Schuman
- Original Title
- Nervous Energy
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Stewart
Howard Schuman
Ann Scott
Department Leadership Roster
Jean Stewart
Director
Howard Schuman
Writer
Ann Scott
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nervous Energy
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What is Nervous Energy about?
Tom is a young man with AIDS living in London with his lover Ira. The disease has exaggerated Toms nervous energy and in his manic state he suddenly decides to go to Glasgow to visit the family he hasn't seen in ten years. His brother Ian is thoroughly disgusted by his lifestyle and only his mother shows any compassion for him. The visit soon develops into a nightmare as dementia sets in and Tom's health rapidly declines. Finally, events come to a head and Ira has no choice but to force Tom back to London, where he expects him to die at any time. After treatment, Tom gets a brief reprieve, having discovered that his real family is his adopted one in London.
Who directed Nervous Energy?
Nervous Energy was directed by Jean Stewart.
Who stars in Nervous Energy?
The principal cast of Nervous Energy includes Alfred Molina, Cal MacAninch, John McGlynn, Siobhan Redmond, Annette Crosbie.
When was Nervous Energy released and how long is it?
Nervous Energy was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.