A passionately committed young dancer is forced to re-examine his career and life when faced with death, finding hope through an older man who becomes his lover, mentor and companion.
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Title: Alive and Kicking (1996)
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2 wins & 1 nomination.
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Cast
| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| Jason Flemyng | ... | Tonio | |
| Antony Sher | ... | Jack | |
| Dorothy Tutin | ... | Luna | |
| Anthony Higgins | ... | Ramon | |
| Bill Nighy | ... | Tristan | |
| Philip Voss | ... | Duncan | |
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Diane Parish | ... | Millie |
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Aiden Waters | ... | Vincent |
| Natalie Roles | ... | Catherine | |
| Frederick Stuart | ... | Luke (as Freddy Douglas) | |
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Kenneth Tharp | ... | Howard |
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Michael Keegan-Dolan | ... | Alan |
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Ruth Lass | ... | Night Nurse |
| Linda Bassett | ... | Doctor | |
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Hilary Reynolds | ... | Nurse |
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A passionately committed young dancer is forced to re-examine his career and life when faced with death, finding hope through an older man who becomes his lover, mentor and companion. Written by Film Four
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male full frontal nudity | kaposi's sarcoma | male nudity | pubic hair | male pubic hair |Taglines:
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Rated R for some strong sexuality, and for nudity and language | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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(at around 1h 30 mins) When the chaps who call them "lousy poofters" go past, when Tonio says 'I am angry', the two chaps turn the corner onto another path by a litter bin, but in the next shot they are still on the same path, with no bin in sight. See more »Frequently Asked Questions
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25 July 1997 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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Opening Weekend USA:
$21,322, 27 July 1997Gross USA:
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As former ballet, jazz dancer myself, this movie really hit home for me. First, the struggles of everyone you know dropping dead from this _ _ _ _ ed up disease. Second, the struggle of just dancing everyday to be perfect. Third, the need for everyone to love me and of course my dancing. The final scene will tug at your heart. I've seen this disease up close and it can really do this to a person, but this guy's guts and determination to not give up just gave me goose bumps during the final dance. You can just see the passion, love, strength, energy, commitment, determination, and guts that this guy had up until the end. It will truly amaze you. Also I loved the whole idea of this beautiful sexy blond dancer falling in love with the not so beautiful therapist (fat, balding and not a blonde). See it.