Tommy (1975)

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Written by Pete Townshend, Ken Russell

Directed by Ken Russell

Running Time: 110 minutes (approx)

Production Year: 1975

Rating: 15 Certificate

Filmed in Colour

Ken Russell's flamboyant treatment of the Who's rock opera about a deaf, dumb and blind boy who develops an extraordinary ability at pinball. Under his sinister stepfather's influence, he achieves fame and a cult following, but his almost messianic status also spells the beginning of his destruction. Featuring musical contributions from a host of rock stars including Elton John, Eric Clapton and Tina Turner.

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Cast

Oliver ReedFrank Hobbs
Ann-MargretNora Walker Hobbs
Roger DaltreyTommy Walker
Elton JohnThe Pinball Wizard
Eric ClaptonThe Preacher
John EntwistleHimself
Keith MoonUncle Ernie
Paul NicholasCousin Kevin
Jack NicholsonThe Specialist
Robert PowellCaptain Walker
Pete TownshendHimself
Tina TurnerThe Acid Queen
Arthur BrownThe Priest
Victoria RussellSally Simpson
Ben ArisReverend Simpson

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