IMDb >
Blind Ambition (2000) (TV)
Watch It
Buy it at Amazon
Rent it at Blockbuster.com
Discuss in Boards More at IMDb Pro Add to My Movies Update Data
BETA
Discuss in Boards More at IMDb Pro Add to My Movies Update Data
Quicklinks
Top Links
trailers and videosfull cast and crewtriviaofficial sitesmemorable quotesOverview
main detailscombined detailsfull cast and crewcompany creditstv scheduleAwards & Reviews
user commentsexternal reviewsnewsgroup reviewsawardsuser ratingsparents guiderecommendationsmessage boardPlot & Quotes
plot summarysynopsisplot keywordsAmazon.com summarymemorable quotesFun Stuff
triviagoofssoundtrack listingcrazy creditsalternate versionsmovie connectionsFAQOther Info
merchandising linksbox office/businessrelease datesfilming locationstechnical specslaserdisc detailsDVD detailsliterature listingsNewsDeskPromotional
taglines trailers and videos posters photo galleryExternal Links
showtimesofficial sitesmiscellaneousphotographssound clipsvideo clipsBlind Ambition (2000) (TV) More at IMDbPro »
Overview
User Rating:
Director:
Writer:
Eric Deacon (writer)
Release Date:
7 September 2000 (UK)
more
Plot Keywords:
User Comments:
Engaging TV film
more (1 total)
Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only) | Robson Green | ... | Richard Thomas |
 | Imogen Stubbs | ... | Annie Thomas |
| Mark Womack | ... | Clive Rouse |
| Jonathan Ferguson | ... | Tim Thomas |
| Kaye Wragg | ... | Rona Anderson |
| Eric Deacon | ... | Derek Lane |
| Ken Bradshaw | ... | Gordon Mace |
| Margery Bone | ... | Debbie |
| David Prosho | ... | Mike Waite |
| Martin Crocker | ... | Eric Byron |
| Anthony Schaeffer | ... | Mr. Stanley |
| Janine Birkett | ... | Nursing Sister |
| Alastair Imrie | ... | Alan Simms |
| Kim Tserkezie | ... | Paula Simms |
| Bill Riley | ... | George |
Additional Details
Parents Guide:
Runtime:
108 min
Country:
Language:
Color:
Sound Mix:
Filming Locations:
Fun Stuff
Movie Connections:
Features "Rising Damp" (1974)
more
FAQ
This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.more (1 total)
Message Boards
Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for Blind Ambition (2000) (TV)Recommendations
If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
Show more recommendations
|
|
|
|
|
| Metroland | Heavenly Creatures | Maurice | Waterland | Eyes Wide Shut |
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
Related Links
| Full cast and crew | Company credits | IMDb Drama section |
| IMDb UK section | Add this title to MyMovies |
I note that Richard Standeven, the director, has done quite a few TV films that I have not seen. For a TV film director, this effort of Standeven is creditable.
The plot structure is pretty simple and the outcome quite predictable. However, what makes the film watchable is the realistic development of the characters and the impressive performances. Actress Imogen Stubbs, apparently a stage actress, is able to use her voice and express emotions with great conviction. I wish she gets a good break with a good screen director. Robson Green, the male lead, has a comparatively easier role because audience sympathy rests with the afflicted. Green has done a worthy interpretation of a blind runner aiming for a paraplegic Olympic medal. Compared to actors who have played blind men, Green's role is not outstanding but believable.
The question that comes to my mind after viewing the film: Would Standeven have made a better film if the plot did not have a blind runner? How would the plot have been if it was a regular athletic competition with the same subplot of the wife and trainer coming closer in a trying time?
Standeven in this film does not rely on great camerawork or editing--he believes in a strong story and performances. Well, it worked. I did not turn off the TV!