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1994 | 97 min | Drama

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (78% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had almost no lasting buzz and soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 37 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: meant for adults.

Andrew Crocker-Harris is an embittered and disliked teacher of Greek and Latin at a British prep school. After nearly 20 years of service, he is being forced to retire for 'health reasons', and perhaps may not even be given a pension. The boys regard him as a Hitler, with some justification. His unfaithful wife Laura tries to hurt him in any way she can. Andrew must come to terms with his failed life and at least regain his own self-esteem.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    78% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $500K worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 16K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Mike Figgis

  • Albert FinneyAndrew Crocker-Harris
  • Greta ScacchiLaura Crocker-Harris
  • Matthew ModineFrank Hunter
  • Julian SandsTom Gilbert
  • Michael GambonDr. Frobisher
  • Ben SilverstoneTaplow
  • Jim SturgessBryant
  • Joseph BeattieWilson
  • Marc BoltonGrantham
  • Tom HavelockGrantham