Intimate Relations
“What will the neighbours say?”
Synopsis
In 1950s England, sailor Harold Guppy arrives in a small seaside town looking for his estranged brother. After a brief reunion, Harold finds a room for rent in the house of Mrs. Beasley, her meek husband and their teenage daughter, Joyce. It's clear that Harold has a troubled past, but his future is about to get more perilous yet. Despite the rosy surface, Harold soon finds himself in a tawdry sexual tug-of-war that won't end well.
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Intimate Relations (1996) - Original TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-05-24
Top Cast
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Julie Walters
Marjorie
Rupert Graves
Harold
Matthew Walker
Stanley
Laura Sadler
Joyce
Holly Aird
Deirdre
Les Dennis
Maurice
Elizabeth McKechnie
Iris
Nicholas Hoult
Bobby
James Aidan
George
Michael Bertenshaw
Mr. Pugh
Judy Clifton
Mrs. Fox-Davies
Christopher Cook
Deirdre's Baby
Candace Hallinan
Pauline
Charles Hart
Hotel Receptionist
George Hart
Car Vendor
Amanda Holden
Pamela
Annie Keller
Jean
Elsie Kelly
Enid
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Philip Goodhew
- Screenplay & Story
- Philip Goodhew
- Original Score
- Lawrence Shragge
- Original Title
- Intimate Relations
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Handmade Films, Boxer Films, Paragon Entertainment Corp., Fox Searchlight Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Philip Goodhew
Philip Goodhew
Lawrence Shragge
Andrés Garretón
Pia Di Ciaula
Jon Slan, Lisa Hope, Angela Hart
Department Leadership Roster
John Hibbs
Costume Design
Philip Goodhew
Screenplay
Pia Di Ciaula
Editor
Philip Goodhew
Director
Caroline Greville-Morris
Production Design
Andrés Garretón
Director of Photography
Jon Slan
Producer
Lisa Hope
Producer
Angela Hart
Producer
Lawrence Shragge
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 Intimate Relations
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What is Intimate Relations about?
In 1950s England, sailor Harold Guppy arrives in a small seaside town looking for his estranged brother. After a brief reunion, Harold finds a room for rent in the house of Mrs. Beasley, her meek husband and their teenage daughter, Joyce. It's clear that Harold has a troubled past, but his future is about to get more perilous yet. Despite the rosy surface, Harold soon finds himself in a tawdry sexual tug-of-war that won't end well.
Who directed Intimate Relations?
Intimate Relations was directed by Philip Goodhew.
Who stars in Intimate Relations?
The principal cast of Intimate Relations includes Julie Walters, Rupert Graves, Matthew Walker, Laura Sadler, Holly Aird.
When was Intimate Relations released and how long is it?
Intimate Relations was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Intimate Relations?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Intimate Relations was composed by Lawrence Shragge.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Intimate Relations?
Intimate Relations holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).