A Chorus of Disapproval (1989)

A man new to a smallish British town joins an amateur theatre company. Once there, he discovers that the drama on stage is quite often nothing compared to what's happening behind the scenes... See full summary »

Director:

Michael Winner

Writers:

Alan Ayckbourn (play), Alan Ayckbourn (screenplay),

Stars:

Anthony Hopkins, Jeremy Irons, Richard Briers

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Anthony Hopkins	...	Dafydd Ap Llewellyn
Jeremy Irons	...	Guy Jones
Richard Briers	...	Ted Washbrook
Barbara Ferris	...	Enid Washbrook
Gareth Hunt	...	Ian Hubbard
Lionel Jeffries	...	Jarvis Huntley-Pike
Patsy Kensit	...	Linda Washbrook
Alexandra Pigg	...	Bridget Baines
Prunella Scales	...	Hannah Ap Llewellyn
Jenny Seagrove	...	Fay Hubbard
Sylvia Syms	...	Rebecca Huntley-Pike
Pete Lee-Wilson	...	Crispin Usher
David King	...	Mr. Ames
Audrey Trotter	...	Mrs. Bawden
Dinah May	...	Girl at Work

Storyline

A man new to a smallish British town joins an amateur theatre company. Once there, he discovers that the drama on stage is quite often nothing compared to what's happening behind the scenes: seduction, romance, faction fighting, and the inevitable jealosy.

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Plot Keywords:

behind the scenes | stage | kicked in the crotch | passionate kiss | story in story | 

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama | Musical

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Certificate:

PG

Details

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

3 November 1989 (UK)

Also Known As:

Adorable seductor

Filming Locations:

Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, UK

Box Office

Gross:

$216,373 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Curzon Films, Palisades Entertainment Group

Technical Specs

Runtime:

105 min

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Trivia

Lionel Jeffries' final movie role.

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Quotes

Dafydd Ap Llewellyn: Don't mind us, Mr. Jones, you'll get used to us. Possibly.

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Soundtracks

"Which Way Shall I Turn?"
(uncredited)
Traditional
Arranged by John Du Prez

User Reviews

Great Send-up of Amateur Theatricals

I am surprised that other reviews for this film are negative. If anyone has ever participated in an amateur operatic society then they know that this movie is bang on. Perhaps it is an in-joke, but for us in the know it is hysterical. Most surprising is Anthony Hopkins revealing a remarkable gift fo comedy. His performance alone is worth seeing this. Jeremy Irons is perfectly cast as the stranger who wanders into these "strange doings", and the supporting cast (including the wonderful Lionel Jeffries)are superb. In short, this is one my all-time favorite comedies, and a "must-see" for anyone who has trod the boards with amateurs. I would think anyone would find it amusing, but apparently some of the other critics are quite clueless when it comes to this film. It's not available for purchase, but don't miss it if you find in on TV or in a rental store--especially if you have done an amaatuer musical or are a Hopkins fan. I give it a 10.