Brief Encounter (1945)

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Written by Noel Coward, Anthony Havelock-Allan

Directed by David Lean

Running Time: 95 minutes (approx)

Production Year: 1945

Rating: PG Certificate

Production Country: UK

Filmed in Black and White

Arguably one of the finest British films ever made, David Lean's Oscar-nominated, heart-breaking romantic drama is a must-see. It stars Celia Johnson and Trevor Howard (pictured) as Laura Jesson and Dr Alec Harvey, two married people whose chance encounter in a railway station's café sees them tempted to adultery before realising their marriages are more important than fleeting happiness.

Released in 1945, the film was co-adapted by Noël Coward from his own one-act play, Still Life. Coward himself voices the train station announcements.

Cast

Image for Celia JohnsonCelia JohnsonLaura Jesson
Image for Trevor HowardTrevor HowardDr. Alec Harvey
Stanley HollowayAlbert Godby
Joyce CareyMyrtle Bagot
Cyril RaymondFred Jesson
Everley GreggDolly Messiter
Marjorie MarsMary Norton
Margaret BartonBeryl Walters Tea Room Assistant

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