National Theatre Live: Follies poster

National Theatre Live: Follies (2017)

8.020172h 32mEN
DramaMusic

Directed by Tim Van Someren

Rating

8.0/10

Runtime

2h 32m

Language

EN

Release

November 16, 2017

Director

Tim Van Someren

Official Trailer

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Official Trailer

Overview

New York, 1971. There’s a party on the stage of the Weismann Theatre. Tomorrow the iconic building will be demolished. Thirty years after their final performance, the Follies girls gather to have a few drinks, sing a few songs and lie about themselves.

Top Cast

Imelda StauntonPeter ForbesJanie DeePhilip QuastTracie BennettGary Raymond

Cast

Imelda Staunton

Imelda Staunton

Sally Durant Plummer

Peter Forbes

Peter Forbes

Buddy Plummer

Janie Dee

Janie Dee

Phyllis Rogers Stone

Philip Quast

Philip Quast

Benjamin Stone

Tracie Bennett

Tracie Bennett

Carlotta Campion

Gary Raymond

Gary Raymond

Dimitri Weismann

Jordan Shaw

Jordan Shaw

Kevin

Fred Haig

Fred Haig

Young Buddy

Josephine Barstow

Josephine Barstow

Heidi Schiller

Bruce Graham

Bruce Graham

Roscoe

Dawn Hope

Dawn Hope

Stella Deems

Adrian Grove

Adrian Grove

Sam Deems

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into National Theatre Live: Follies (2017), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

New York, 1971. There’s a party on the stage of the Weismann Theatre. Tomorrow the iconic building will be demolished. Thirty years after their final performance, the Follies girls gather to have a few drinks, sing a few songs and lie about themselves.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of National Theatre Live: Follies. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

The ending explained below clarifies the character motivations and the symbolic meaning of the final scenes that might have left some viewers puzzled.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals. If you are looking for an <strong>OTT release</strong> or want to experience the <strong>full story</strong>, this is a must-watch.

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