George Banks is dying and from his hospital bed he reflects on his colourful, unconventional and at times poignant years as the leader of a travelling troupe of dancing girls. He remembers the good and bad times, his friends and loved ones, especially his one great love, Harry. Set in Switzerland in 1938, this drama is based on the play by Noel Coward. Stars Tom Courtenay as George Banks. Rated: PG
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
300657
Language
English
Audience classification
PG
Subject categories
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Transvestites
Feature films → Feature films - Great Britain
Literature → English literature - Film and video adaptations
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)