Distant Voices, Still Lives

(1988)Directed by Terence Davies84 min · PG-13Drama, Music
In memory, everything happens to music.

Siblings Maisie and Tony, along with their mother, gather for their sister Eileen's wedding. It is a joyous occasion, but through flashbacks, it becomes clear that the family was not always happy. Their father was physically abusive to his wife and left the children emotionally traumatized. As a result, the children have grown into unhappy adults, looking for love they didn't receive when they were young.

Freda Dowieas Mother
Angela Walshas Eileen
Dean Williamsas Tony
Sally Daviesas Eileen as a child
Susan Flanaganas Maisie as a child
Nathan Walshas Tony as a child
Michael Starkeas Dave
Debi Jonesas Micky
Vincent Maguireas George
Marie Jellimanas Jingles
Antonia Mallenas Rose
Anne Dysonas Granny
Jean Bohtas Aunty Nell
Chris Darwinas Red
Pauline Quirkeas Doreen
Carl Chaseas Uncle Ted
Alan Birdas Priest
MLMatthew Longas Mr Spaull
Frances Dellas Margie
Roy Fordas Priest
Terry Meliaas Military Policeman