
Absolute Beginners
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A musical adaptation of Colin MacInnes' novel about life in late 1950s London. Nineteen-year-old photographer Colin is hopelessly in love with model Crepe Suzette, but her relationships are strictly connected with her progress in the fashion world. So Colin gets involved with a pop promoter and tries to crack the big time. Meanwhile, racial tension is brewing in Colin's Notting Hill housing estate...
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Absolute Beginners
- Genres: Drama, Music, Romance
- Release Date: 1986-04-04
- Runtime: 108 minutes
- Rating: 5.4/10 (66 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Goldcrest, Palace Pictures, Virgin Vision
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.1237
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Eddie O'Connell
as Colin, Photographer / Narrator

Patsy Kensit
as Suzette

James Fox
as Henley of Mayfair, Dressmaker to the Queen

David Bowie
as Vendice Partners

Ray Davies
as Arthur, Colin's Dad

Mandy Rice-Davies
as Flora, Colin's Mum

Eve Ferret
as Big Jill

Tony Hippolyte
as Mr. Cool

Graham Fletcher-Cook
as Wizard

Joseph McKenna
as Fabulous Hoplite
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What is Absolute Beginners?▼
Absolute Beginners is a Drama, Music, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1986-04-04.
Who are the main actors in Absolute Beginners?▼
The main cast includes Eddie O'Connell, Patsy Kensit, James Fox, David Bowie, Ray Davies, .
Where can I watch Absolute Beginners online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Absolute Beginners is available.
Is Absolute Beginners based on a true story?▼
Welcome to the world of your dreams!
What is the IMDb rating of Absolute Beginners?▼
Absolute Beginners has an IMDb rating of 5.4/10 based on 66 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Absolute Beginners?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Absolute Beginners?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Goldcrest, Palace Pictures, Virgin Vision. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Absolute Beginners filmed?▼
Absolute Beginners was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Absolute Beginners?▼
The total runtime of Absolute Beginners is 108 minutes.
Is Absolute Beginners suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Absolute Beginners?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Absolute Beginners.
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