British Comedy Guide
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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