Educating Rita
Rita, a witty 26-year-old hairdresser, wants to 'discover' herself, so she joins the Open University where she meets the disillusioned professor of literature, Dr. Frank Bryant. His marriage has failed, his new girlfriend is having an affair with his best friend and he can't get through the day without downing a bottle or two of whisky. What Frank needs is a challenge... and along comes Rita.
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Where can I watch Educating Rita in the United States?
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What are the ratings for Educating Rita?
Educating Rita scores 6.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Educating Rita?
Educating Rita stars Michael Caine, Julie Walters, Michael Williams, Maureen Lipman, and Jeananne Crowley. Lewis Gilbert is the director.
How long is Educating Rita?
Educating Rita runs 1h 46m (106 minutes).
When did Educating Rita come out?
Educating Rita was released on June 16, 1983.
Which studio made Educating Rita?
Educating Rita was produced by Acorn Pictures and The Rank Organisation in the United Kingdom.
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