Tom Kempinski
Thomas Michael John Kempinski (24 March 1938 – 2 August 2023) was an English playwright and actor best known for his 1980 play Duet for One, which was a major success in London and New York City, and much revived since. Kempinski also wrote the screenplay for the film version... Read full bio →
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The Reckoning
Michael Marler, a London businessman, returns to Liverpool after his father's death due to a fight with Anglo-Saxon teddy boys. As a matter of honor, he seeks revenge without involving the British police.
Doctor in Trouble
Dr. Burke is in love with Ophelia but doesn't have time to propose to her as she leaves for a cruise to the Mediterranean. Also on board the cruise ship is an old school chum of Burke's who plays 'Dr.Dare' in a very popular TV series and who women flock to.
The Committee
A unique and controversial document of Britain in the 1960s. Avoiding easy answers, The Committee uses a surreal murder to explore the tension and conflict between bureaucracy on one side, and individual freedom on the other.
Mrs. Brown, You've Got a Lovely Daughter
A hobo (Lance Percival) goes to London with a rock group (Herman's Hermits) and their prize racing greyhound, Mrs. Brown.
The Whisperers
The Whisperers tells the story of an impoverished old woman living alone in a seedy apartment who enjoys a rich fantasy life as an heiress. When she discovers stolen money hidden by her son, she believes her fantasy has come true.
Stranger in the House
John Sawyer, once an eminent barrister, has slid into a life of cynicism and drunkenness since his wife left him. When his daughter's boyfriend is accused of murder, Sawyer decides to try to pull himself together and defend him in court.
The Damned
Des enfants contaminés par des radiations atomiques sont pris en main et élevés par des militaires.