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 |