My Beautiful Laundrette poster

My Beautiful Laundrette (1985)

"A sharp, sophisticated, funny, sexy, compassionate picture."

6.719851h 38mEN
ComedyDramaRomance

Directed by Stephen Frears

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

1h 38m

Language

EN

Release

November 16, 1985

Director

Stephen Frears

Official Trailer

Trailer thumbnail

Overview

A young Pakistani Briton manages a rundown laundrette with his lover while dealing with tension in his family, the local Pakistani community, and a persistent mob of skinheads.

Cast

Gordon Warnecke

Gordon Warnecke

Omar Ali

Daniel Day-Lewis

Daniel Day-Lewis

Johnny Burfoot

Roshan Seth

Roshan Seth

Hussein "Papa" Ali

Saeed Jaffrey

Saeed Jaffrey

Nasser Ali

Derrick Branche

Derrick Branche

Salim N. Ali

Rita Wolf

Rita Wolf

Tania N. Ali

Souad Faress

Souad Faress

Cherry N. Ali

Shirley Anne Field

Shirley Anne Field

Rachel

Richard Graham

Richard Graham

Genghis

Garry Cooper

Garry Cooper

Squatter

Charu Bala Chokshi

Charu Bala Chokshi

Bilquis

Persis Maravala

Persis Maravala

Nasser's Elder Daughter

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into My Beautiful Laundrette (1985), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A young Pakistani Briton manages a rundown laundrette with his lover while dealing with tension in his family, the local Pakistani community, and a persistent mob of skinheads.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of My Beautiful Laundrette. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

Related Movies

Latest Reviews & Explanations

In-depth reviews, endings explained & more

All Reviews

1 Discussion