British Comedy Guide
High Hopes. Image shows from L to R: Shirley (Ruth Sheen), Mrs Bender (Edna Doré), Cyril (Phil Davis)
High Hopes

High Hopes

  • 1988 film

Bleak comedy-drama about London life across the social spectrum. By Mike Leigh. Also features Phil Davis, Ruth Sheen, Edna Doré, Philip Jackson, Heather Tobias and more.

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Cast & crew credits

Cast
Phil Davis (as Philip Davis) Cyril
Ruth Sheen Shirley
Edna Doré Mrs Bender
Philip Jackson Martin
Heather Tobias Valerie
Lesley Manville Lætitia
David Bamber Rupert
Jason Watkins Wayne
Judith Scott Suzi
Cheryl Prime Martin's Girlfriend
Diane Louise Jordan (as Diane-Louise Jordan) Chemist Shop Assistant
Linda Beckett Receptionist
Writing team
Mike Leigh Writer
Production team
Mike Leigh Director
Simon Channing Williams (as Simon Channing-Williams) Producer
Victor Glynn Producer
Tom Donald Executive Producer
Jon Gregory Editor
Diana Charnley Production Designer
Sue Whatmough Casting Director
Lindy Hemming Costume Designer
Roger Pratt Director of Photography
Andrew Dickson Composer
Howard Arundel 1st Assistant Director

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