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MORRIS: A LIFE WITH BELLS ON

by Lucy Akhurst

synopsis

The Millsham Morris men and their leader Derecq Twist are determined to achieve Morris perfection. But Derecq is also preparing to set the Morris world alight by performing the ultimate dance within the Morris firmament, the legendary Threeple Hammer Damson. As if this is not enough, he is in addition pioneering an innovative, daringly freeform brand of the dance dubbed 'Extreme Morris', drawing the anger of traditionalist elements within the Morris community. When Millsham unveil their creation in competition, the Morris Circle the governing body of Morris in the UK - bans Derecq from future competition. Totally devastated by the decision, Derecq embarks on a global odyssey through tragedy and triumph, which gravely tests his passion for Morris.

original title: Morris: A Life With Bells On
country: United Kingdom
year: 2009
genre: fiction
directed by: Lucy Akhurst
film run: 104'
release date: UK 27/09/2009
screenplay: Charles Thomas Oldham
cast: Derek Jacobi, Naomie Harris, Ian Hart, Charles Thomas Oldham, Aidan Mcardle, Harriet Walter, Sophie Thompson, Greg Wise
cinematography by: Roger Chapman
film editing: Nick Carew
art director: Caroline Story
music: Richard Lumsden
producer: Lucy Akhurst, Charles Thomas Oldham
production: Twist Films Morris Ltd
distributor: Twist Films Morris Ltd

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