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Distant Voices, Still Lives (1988) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1988 · 85 min · English
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- Directed by
- Terence Davies
- Starring
- Lorraine Ashbourne, Pete Postlethwaite, Angela Walsh, Dean Williams, Freda Dowie, Michael Starke
This poignant film explores the lives of three siblings—Eileen, Maisie, and Tony—from a working-class Liverpool family. Through fragmented memories, the story weaves together moments of joy and sorrow as they navigate complex relationships and personal struggles. Set against the backdrop of 1940s and 1950s Liverpool, the film delves into shared experiences and the lasting impact of family history.
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