High Hopes

(1989)Directed by Mike Leigh108 min · PGComedy, Drama

Working-class couple Shirley and Cyril are in conflict over whether they should have children, their problems with 'yuppies' moving into the neighbourhood and outpricing them, and the advent of Cyril's ageing mother's seventieth birthday.

Phil Davisas Cyril Bender
Ruth Sheenas Shirley
Edna Doréas Mrs Bender
Philip Jacksonas Martin Burke
Heather Tobiasas Valerie
Lesley Manvilleas Lætitia Boothe-Brain
David Bamberas Rupert Boothe-Brain
Cheryl Primeas Martin's Girlfriend
Judith Scottas Suzi
Diane-Louise Jordanas Chemist Shop Assistant
Linda Beckettas Receptionist
Alias Baby