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Morris: A Life With Bells On

Synopsis

The Millsham Morris men and their leader Derecq Twist are determined to achieve Morris perfection. But Derecq is also preparing to set the Morris world alight by performing the ultimate dance within the Morris firmament, the legendary Threeple Hammer Damson. As if this is not enough, he is in addition pioneering an innovative, daringly freeform brand of the dance dubbed 'Extreme Morris', drawing the anger of traditionalist elements within the Morris community.

When Millsham unveil their creation in competition, the Morris Circle the governing body of Morris in the UK - bans Derecq from future competition. Totally devastated by the decision, Derecq embarks on a global odyssey through tragedy and triumph, which gravely tests his passion for Morris.
 

Details

Year
2010
Type of film
Features
Running time
104 Mins
Format
35mm
Director
Lucy Akhurst 1st Feature
Producer
Lucy Akhurst, Charles Thomas Oldham
Editor
Nick Carew
Screenwriter
Charles Thomas Oldham
Director of Photography
Roger Chapman
Production Designer
Caroline Story
Sound
Simon Gillman
Music
Richard Lumsden
Principal cast
Derek Jacobi, Naomie Harris, Ian Hart, Charles Thomas Oldham, Aidan Mcardle, Harriet Walter, Sophie Thompson, Greg Wise

Genre

Woman Director Comedy

Categories

Fiction

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Twist Films Morris Ltd

lucy@twistfilms.co.uk

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