Absolute Beginners (1986) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Absolute Beginners (1986) — A musical adaptation of Colin MacInnes' novel about life in late 1950s London.
Absolute Beginners (1986) Storyline
A musical adaptation of Colin MacInnes' novel about life in late 1950s London. Nineteen-year-old photographer Colin is hopelessly in love with model Crepe Suzette, but her relationships are strictly connected with her progress in the fashion world. So Colin gets involved with a pop promoter and tries to crack the big time. Meanwhile, racial tension is brewing in Colin's Notting Hill housing estate...
Full Cast & Crew
- Eddie O'Connell as Colin, Photographer / Narrator
- Patsy Kensit as Suzette
- James Fox as Henley of Mayfair, Dressmaker to the Queen
- David Bowie as Vendice Partners
- Ray Davies as Arthur, Colin's Dad
- Mandy Rice-Davies as Flora, Colin's Mum
- Eve Ferret as Big Jill
- Tony Hippolyte as Mr. Cool
- Graham Fletcher-Cook as Wizard
- Joseph McKenna as Fabulous Hoplite
- Steven Berkoff as The Fanatic
- Sade as Athene Duncannon (as Sade Adu)
- Edward Tudor-Pole as Ed the Ted (as Tenpole Tudor)
- Bruce Payne as Flikker
- Alan Freeman as Call-Me-Cobber
Why Watch Absolute Beginners?
The Vibe: Absolute Beginners is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama and music and romance movie from 1986. Directed by Julien Temple, and starring Eddie O'Connell, Patsy Kensit, James Fox A musical adaptation of Colin MacInnes' novel about life in late 1950s London.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.4/10, Absolute Beginners retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies that blends drama with music elements, Absolute Beginners deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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