Project Detail

The Limelight

Synopsis

The tale of a middle aged stand-up comedians search for fame and fortune, whilst battling, debt, depression and a growing dependancy on alcohol.

The film charts his on and off stage highs and lows, until he finally finds, fame, fortune and love.

Details

Year
2007
Type of project
Features
Running time
101 minutes
Format
tbc
Director
Paul Long 1st Feature
Producer
Glen Maney, John Robson
Editor
Alex Lewington
Screenwriter
Glen Maney, Paul Long
Director of Photography
Alex Lewington
Sound
Sarah Goodhall
Composer
Alan Williamson
Principal cast
Ricky Grover, Glen Maney, Lee Mack, Andrea Williamson, Elisabeth Charbonneau

Genre

Categories

Production Status

Production Company

The Creative Film Company Ltd

8 St.Pauls Crescent
Shanklin
Isle of Wight PO37 7AW
UK

T+44 (0)7977 543 406

the-creative-film-company-limited@hotmail.co.uk

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