Hope and Glory (1987)
The epic story of a world at war. And a boy at play.
Starring Sebastian Rice-Edwards, Geraldine Muir, Sarah Miles
Directed by John Boorman
Director John Boorman drew from his own childhood experiences for this coming-of-age tale about a boy growing up in and around London during World War II. For young Billy Rowan, the nightly bombings provide a frightening show, but they include opportunities to rummage through the rubble with friends in the mornings. As Billy plays, his family struggles to remain intact as they suffer through the anguish and losses of wartime.
Runtime: 113 min.
Rating: 6.7
DVD
Languages: English
Countries: United Kingdom,United States of America
Genres: Comedy,Drama,History,War
Keywords: london, england,based on a true story,wartime,homefront,1940s,bomb shelter,children in wartime
Cast
Bill Rowan
Sue Rowan
Grace Rowan
Clive Rowan
Dawn Rowan
Mac
Molly
Cpl. Bruce Carrey
Grandfather George
Grandma
Faith
Hope
Charity
WVS Woman
Clive's Pal
Roger
Harper (Roger's gang)
Luftwaffe Pilot
Narrator