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A Kind of Loving (1962)

 -  Drama | Romance  -  1 October 1962 (USA)
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A young man, inching his way up from working-class traditions via a white-collar job, finds himself trapped by the frightening reality of his girlfriend's pregnancy and is forced into ... See full summary »

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Nominated for 4 BAFTA Film Awards. Another 1 win. See more awards »
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A young man, inching his way up from working-class traditions via a white-collar job, finds himself trapped by the frightening reality of his girlfriend's pregnancy and is forced into marrying her and moving in with his mother-in-law due to a housing shortage in their Northern England town. Written by alfiehitchie

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A Kind Of Loving that knew no wrong until it was too late!

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As Alan Bates and James Bolam leave the Plaza Cinema, they pass a poster for Days of Thrills and Laughter. See more »

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Vic: You know, it's a funny feeling. Sometimes I really fancy her, and the next day I can hardly stand the sight of her.
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References Victim (1961) See more »

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"House Party"
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Music by Len Stevens
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Yet another one of British Bests
12 July 2005 | by (United Kingdom) – See all my reviews

Yet another one of British Bests

A Kind of Loving was John Schlesinger's first feature film, a 'kitchen sink' drama based on a novel by Stan Barstow. Great screenplay (co- written by Keith Waterhouse, no less) and a thoroughly accomplished performance by Alan Bates, as always.

I wouldn't recommend this film to anyone unable to appreciate a healthy doze of reality. No Hollywood glitz and glamour here.

Schlesinger treats the film subject matter (a couple in lust) with warmth, humour - and without a hint of condescension.

THIS FILM IS DEFINITELY WORTH A LOOK.


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