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Dance with a Stranger

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1985 · 102 min Crime Drama
6.1 / 10 · TMDB

Ruth Ellis lives with her ten-year old son Andy next to a night club. One night she meets David Blakely, and they start a love affair. However, for David with his upper-class background, it is impossible to uphold the relationship. He breaks up with her, something which makes Ellis, obsessed by him, very upset.

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Year 1985
Country United Kingdom
Genre Crime, Drama
Director Mike Newell
Runtime 102 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.1/10 (53 votes)

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The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Mike Newell

— MovieFinder Editorial

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