6.0
A Killing Affair
1985
Dean Spanley (2008)
December 12, 20081h 40mEN
7.4
68 votes
Overview
Set in Edwardian England where upper lips are always stiff and men from the Colonies are not entirely to be trusted, Fisk Senior has little time or affection for his son, but when the pair visit an eccentric Indian, they start a strange journey that eventually allows the old man to find his heart.
Director
Toa FraserWriters
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Status
Released
Original Language
English
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Production Companies
Atlantic Film ProductionsGFC FilmsNew Zealand Film CommissionLipsync Productions
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User Reviews
sykobanana
9.0This is one of those films that I recommend to everyone who love movies and great acting. It was little seen upon its release which is a shame because it has some of the most sublime and subtle acting as well as a moving and at times hilarious screenplay. Set in Edwardian England, we meet Fisk senior, an elderly gentleman looked after by his son, Fisk Junior, and house keeper, Mrs Brimley. Fisk senior has withdrawn from life and as a part of his son trying to keep him involved in society, they visit a talk on reincarnation where they briefly meet local clergyman, Dean Spanley. Following…
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