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Further Up Pompeii (1975)

7.819750h 44mEN
Comedy

Directed by David Croft

Rating

7.8/10

Runtime

0h 44m

Language

EN

Release

March 31, 1975

Director

David Croft

Overview

A BBC TV comedy movie about the people living in Pompeii prior to its destruction by volcano, focusing on the life of a house slave (played by Frankie Howerd). A sort of prequel to the 1971 movie "Up Pompeii"

Cast

Frankie Howerd

Frankie Howerd

Lurcio

Mark Dignam

Mark Dignam

Ludicrus Sextus

Elizabeth Larner

Elizabeth Larner

Ammonia

Kerry Gardner

Kerry Gardner

Nausius

Jennifer Lonsdale

Jennifer Lonsdale

Erotica

Jeanne Mockford

Jeanne Mockford

Senna the soothsayer

John Cater

John Cater

Pollux

Leon Greene

Leon Greene

Prodigius

Olwen Griffiths

Olwen Griffiths

Hernia

Cyril Appleton

Cyril Appleton

Cyril Appleton

Lindsay Duncan

Lindsay Duncan

Scrubba

Anita Richardson

Anita Richardson

Filthia

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Further Up Pompeii (1975), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A BBC TV comedy movie about the people living in Pompeii prior to its destruction by volcano, focusing on the life of a house slave (played by Frankie Howerd). A sort of prequel to the 1971 movie "Up Pompeii"

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Further Up Pompeii. 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.

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