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The Optimists of Nine Elms (1973) · Cineora

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AN ANTHONY SIMMONS FILM

The Optimists of Nine Elms

19731h 50mPGMovie

Drama

IMDb6.7/ 10 · 633 votes

MEET SAM, THE WONDER MAN. HE'S GOT MADNESS IN HIS CLOSET, EVERYBODY IN TROUBLE, THE POLICE IN CIRCLES - AND THE WORLD IN HIS POCKET.

A retired entertainer makes his living as a street musician on the streets of London. Two young children befriend the old musician, brightening his otherwise colorless life

Heartwarming
Feel-good
Whimsical
Friendship
Aging
Music

Pace: Measured
Intensity: Gentle
Complexity: Easy watch

Good for family night, kids, a comfort rewatch and a rainy day.

DirectorAnthony Simmons

FormatFeature film

TMDB6.7 / 10

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The people behind the story

Top cast

Peter SellersSam

Donna MullaneLiz

John ChaffeyMark

Marjorie YatesChrissie Ellis

David DakerBob Ellis

Katyana KassBaby Ellis

Patricia BrakeDog's Home Secretary

Don CrownBusker

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