Distant Voices, Still Lives
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.
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Where can I watch Distant Voices, Still Lives in the United States?
Distant Voices, Still Lives is available to stream on BFI Player Amazon Channel and The Roku Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Distant Voices, Still Lives for free?
Distant Voices, Still Lives streams free with ads in the United States on The Roku Channel. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Distant Voices, Still Lives?
Distant Voices, Still Lives scores 6.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Distant Voices, Still Lives?
Distant Voices, Still Lives stars Freda Dowie, Pete Postlethwaite, Angela Walsh, Lorraine Ashbourne, and Dean Williams. Terence Davies is the director.
How long is Distant Voices, Still Lives?
Distant Voices, Still Lives runs 1h 24m (84 minutes).
When did Distant Voices, Still Lives come out?
Distant Voices, Still Lives was released on November 16, 1988.
Which studio made Distant Voices, Still Lives?
Distant Voices, Still Lives was produced by BFI, Film4 Productions, and ZDF in the United Kingdom and Germany.
How much did Distant Voices, Still Lives make at the box office?
Distant Voices, Still Lives grossed $771,745 worldwide.
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