Sunday Bloody Sunday
“It's about three decent people. They will break your heart.”
Synopsis
Recently divorced career woman Alex Greville begins a romantic relationship with glamorous mod artist Bob Elkin, fully aware that he's also intimately involved with middle-aged doctor Daniel Hirsh. For both Alex and Daniel, the younger man represents a break with their repressive pasts, and though both know that Bob is seeing both of them, neither is willing to let go of the youth and vitality he brings to their otherwise stable lives.
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Three Reasons: Sunday Bloody SundayOfficial
Type: Featurette • Published 2012-10-11
Top Cast
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Peter Finch
Dr. Daniel Hirsh
Glenda Jackson
Alex Greville
Murray Head
Bob Elkin
Peggy Ashcroft
Mrs. Greville
Tony Britton
George Harding
Maurice Denham
Mr. Greville
Bessie Love
Answering Service Lady
Vivian Pickles
Alva Hodson
Frank Windsor
Bill Hodson
Thomas Baptiste
Prof. Johns
Richard Pearson
Patient
June Brown
Woman Patient
Jon Finch
Scotsman
Hannah Norbert
Daniel's Mother
Harold Goldblatt
Daniel's Father
Marie Burke
Aunt Astrid
Robert Rietti
Daniel's Brother
Liane Aukin
Daniel's Sister-in-Law
Release History & Theatrical Window
Leicester Square Theatre (London, England)
Festival / Special Debut
September 21, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 11, 1995
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Schlesinger
- Screenplay & Story
- Penelope Gilliatt
- Original Score
- Ron Geesin
- Original Title
- Sunday Bloody Sunday
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, Hebrew, Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Vic Films Productions, Vectia
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Schlesinger
Penelope Gilliatt
Ron Geesin
Billy Williams
Richard Marden
Joseph Janni
Department Leadership Roster
John Schlesinger
Director
Penelope Gilliatt
Screenplay
Joseph Janni
Producer
Billy Williams
Director of Photography
Richard Marden
Editor
Luciana Arrighi
Production Design
Jocelyn Rickards
Costume Design
Ron Geesin
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sunday Bloody Sunday
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sunday Bloody Sunday about?
Recently divorced career woman Alex Greville begins a romantic relationship with glamorous mod artist Bob Elkin, fully aware that he's also intimately involved with middle-aged doctor Daniel Hirsh. For both Alex and Daniel, the younger man represents a break with their repressive pasts, and though both know that Bob is seeing both of them, neither is willing to let go of the youth and vitality he brings to their otherwise stable lives.
Who directed Sunday Bloody Sunday?
Sunday Bloody Sunday was directed by John Schlesinger.
Who stars in Sunday Bloody Sunday?
The principal cast of Sunday Bloody Sunday includes Peter Finch, Glenda Jackson, Murray Head, Peggy Ashcroft, Tony Britton.
When was Sunday Bloody Sunday released and how long is it?
Sunday Bloody Sunday was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Sunday Bloody Sunday?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sunday Bloody Sunday was composed by Ron Geesin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sunday Bloody Sunday?
Sunday Bloody Sunday holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).