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May 1988 (USA) moreTagline:
The Most Dangerous Choices Are Made With The HeartPlot:
When a corrupt American businessman tries to strong arm his way into businesses in Newcastle, England, he is thwarted by an club attendant and his waitress girlfriend. full summary | add synopsisAwards:
1 win & 2 nominations moreUser Comments:
An atmospheric film noir with engaging characters moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only) | Melanie Griffith | ... | Kate |
 | Tommy Lee Jones | ... | Cosmo |
 | Sting | ... | Finney |
 | Sean Bean | ... | Brendan |
 | James Cosmo | ... | Tony |
 | Mark Long | ... | Patrick |
| Brian Lewis | ... | Jim |
| Ying Tong John | ... | 1st Heavy |
| Mick Hamer | ... | Pianist |
| Ian Hinchcliffe | ... | Man at Record Shop |
| Andrzej Borkowski | ... | Andrej |
| Caroline Hutchison | ... | Finney's Secretary Jean |
| Les Wilde | ... | Customs Officer |
| Desmond Gill | ... | Man in Airport Lounge |
| Benny Graham | ... | Passport Officer |
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93 minColor:
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Australia:M | Finland:K-16 | Norway:15 | Sweden:15 | UK:15 | USA:R | West Germany:16 (f)Fun Stuff
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Stormy Monday has a fairly routine plot, with a few odd twists to it. What makes it special? Three things.
The atmosphere of the movie makes you feel as if you're having a nice evening out on the town, making your way from pub to pub. You can almost taste the beer, and smell the smoke. Most of the story is shot on location in the old Newcastle city center. If you're in the right mood for something like this, then it's perfect.
Secondly, the characters are interesting and engaging, yet enigmatic. You want to know more about them. None fit the typical Hollywood stereotype. Sting, Sean Bean, Melanie Griffith, and Tommy Lee Jones (a relatively obscure actor then) are all in top form.
Third, if you enjoy jazz, then this is a must-see. In that regard, it is comparable to The Cotton Club, Round Midnight, or Bird. The visiting Polish jazz band reminds me of the struggling young musicians in Leningrad Cowboys Go America. This was clearly made by someone who appreciates good music.
This movie, released in the late 1980s, may be hard to find. But it's worth it.