The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1982)

Disfigured man Quasimodo (Sir Anthony Hopkins) is feared and tormented by the townspeople of Notre Dame, but he has a sensitive nature of which few are aware.

Directors:

Michael Tuchner, Alan Hume (uncredited)

Writers:

John Gay (written for television by), Victor Hugo (novel)

Stars:

Anthony Hopkins, Derek Jacobi, David Suchet

Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Anthony Hopkins	...	Quasimodo
Derek Jacobi	...	Dom Claude Frollo
David Suchet	...	Clopin Trouillefou
Gerry Sundquist	...	Pierre Gringoire
Tim Pigott-Smith	...	Philippe
John Gielgud	...	Charmolue
Robert Powell	...	Phoebus
Lesley-Anne Down	...	Esmeralda
Nigel Hawthorne	...	Magistrate at Esmeralda's Trial
Roland Culver	...	Bishop of Paris
Rosalie Crutchley	...	Simone
David Kelly	...	Tavernkeeper
Joseph Blatchley	...	Albert
Dave Hill	...	Coppenhole
Donald Eccles	...	Judge

Storyline

Quasimodo (Sir Anthony Hopkins), the hunchback bellringer of Notre Dame's cathedral meets a beautiful gypsy dancer, Esmeralda (Lesley-Anne Down), and falls in love with her. So does Quasimodo's guardian, the archdeacon of the cathedral, Dom Claude Frollo (Sir Derek Jacobi), and a poor street poet. But Esmeralda's in love with a handsome soldier. But when a mob mistakes her for a witch, it's up to Quasimodo to rescue her and claim sanctuary for her in the cathedral.

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Plot Keywords:

psychotronic film | cathedral | love | dancer | notre dame cathedral | 

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Taglines:

Evil Is The Eye Of The Beholder

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Genres:

Drama | Romance

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Certificate:

Not Rated

Did You Know?

Trivia

Director Michael Tuchner was replaced by Alan Hume, who was brought on to finish the movie.

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Goofs

The number of coins in Esmeralda's tambourine as she dances.

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Quotes

Quasimodo: [Quasimodo, sobbing] Water, she gave me water.
[Wherein we learn that Quasimodo is not crying because the cruelty of the villagers, but out of happiness for the kindness of Esmeralda]

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Connections

Version of Esmeralda (1905)

User Reviews

JACOBI IS COMPELLING.

This film shows us why derek jacobi is one of the greatest actors living. only he can turn a villian into the most sympathetic character in a film. his claude frollo bristles with lust, simmers with hate and all the while he feels tortured and guilty. still he can't resist his urges. he loves quasimodo but loves his own carnal pursuits more. this is indeed a tragic figure. Hopkins is also outstanding in the role of quasimodo,he is sicere and honest. david suchet and leslie anne-down offer strong support.

Details

Country:

UK USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

4 February 1982 (USA)

Also Known As:

Hallmark Hall of Fame: The Hunchback of Notre Dame (#31.2)

Filming Locations:

Pinewood Studios, Iver Heath, Buckinghamshire, England, UK

Company Credits

Production Co:

Rosemont Productions, Columbia Pictures Television

Technical Specs

Runtime:

102 min 98 min (cut)

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1