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MORRIS: A LIFE WITH BELLS ON
A film that will have even the most cynical viewer reaching for their white handkerchiefs, MORRIS: A LIFE WITH BELLS ON stars Charles Thomas Oldham as Derecq Twist, along with Sir Derek Jacobi (The Golden Compass), Naomie Harris (Pirates of the Caribbean: At World s End), Ian Hart (A Cock and Bull Story), Dominique Pinon (Delicatessen), Sophie Thompson (Eastenders) Harriet Walter (The Young Victoria), Aidan McArdle (The Duchess), and Greg Wise (Sense and Sensibility).
Described as This is Spinal Tap meets Calendar Girls, the film follows the fortunes of an avant-garde Morris team in their struggle to push the boundaries of the venerable, ancient dance. Set around the country pub The Travellers Staff, the docu-style comedy proves that Morris is not just an innocent pub pastime involving hanky-waving and bearded men with staffs, but also that it has its politics-laden, ultra-competitive side too.
The Millsham Morris men and their leader Derecq Twist are determined to achieve Morris perfection. But Derecq is also preparing to set the Morris world alight by performing the ultimate dance within the Morris firmament, the legendary Threeple Hammer Damson. As if this is not enough, he is in addition pioneering an innovative, daringly freeform brand of the dance dubbed Extreme Morris, drawing the anger of traditionalist elements within the Morris community. When Millsham unveil their creation in competition, the Morris Circle the governing body of Morris in the UK - bans Derecq from future competition. Totally devastated by the decision, Derecq embarks on a global odyssey through tragedy and triumph, which gravely tests his passion for Morris.
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 5.1 ), ANAMORPHIC WIDESCREEN (1.78:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: Anamorphic Widescreen, Biographies, Interactive Menu, Photo Gallery, Scene Access, Trailer(s), SYNOPSIS: MORRIS: A LIFE WITH BELLS ONA film that will have even the most cynical viewer reaching for their white handkerchiefs, MORRIS: A LIFE WITH BELLS ON stars Charles Thomas Oldham as Derecq Twist, along with Sir Derek Jacobi (The Golden Compass), Naomie Harris (Pirates of the Caribbean: At World s End), Ian Hart (A Cock and Bull Story), Dominique Pinon (Delicatessen), Sophie Thompson (Eastenders) Harriet Walter (The Young Victoria), Aidan McArdle (The Duchess), and Greg Wise (Sense and Sensibility).Described as This is Spinal Tap meets Calendar Girls, the film follows the fortunes of an avant-garde Morris team in their struggle to push the boundaries of the venerable, ancient dance. Set around the country pub The Travellers Staff, the docu-style comedy proves that Morris is not just an innocent pub pastime involving hanky-waving and bearded men with staffs, but also that it has its politics-laden, ultra-competitive side too.The Millsham Morris men and their leader Derecq Twist are determined to achieve Morris perfection. But Derecq is also preparing to set the Morris world alight by performing the ultimate dance within the Morris firmament, the legendary Threeple Hammer Damson. As if this is not enough, he is in addition pioneering an innovative, daringly freeform brand of the dance dubbed Extreme Morris, drawing the anger of traditionalist elements within the Morris community. When Millsham unveil their creation in competition, the Morris Circle the governing body of Morris in the UK - bans Derecq from future competition. Totally devastated by the decision, Derecq embarks on a global odyssey through tragedy and triumph, which gravely tests his passio...Morris: A Life with Bells On
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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My husband and I went to see this at our local Picture House purely because the premise of a comedy all about Morris dancing was too silly to overlook, plus I was intrigued by press reports on the struggles which the makers had to get this to distribution. The cinema experience was fairly surreal as the rest of the theatre was taken up by numerous Morris dancing groups complete with jangling bells and staves, but judging by the reaction everyone enjoyed it as much as we did.
'Morris: A Life With Bells On' is is a beautifully-made small independent British film, enhancing the pedigree of bigger-budget British comedies of yore - an observational comedy with pathos that is clearly rooted in an affection for all things Morris-related, whilst appreciating that there is something unavoidably funny about Morris dancing. I am no Morris dancer and certainly not 'alternative' but I enjoyed this film more than I ever imagined, and have been boring others about it ever since. A particularly large coconut or cigar should go to Richard Lumsden for his music, which stands on its own merits as a beautiful collection as well as being an excellent and complementary film score.
'Morris: A Life With Bells On' is is a beautifully-made small independent British film, enhancing the pedigree of bigger-budget British comedies of yore - an observational comedy with pathos that is clearly rooted in an affection for all things Morris-related, whilst appreciating that there is something unavoidably funny about Morris dancing. I am no Morris dancer and certainly not 'alternative' but I enjoyed this film more than I ever imagined, and have been boring others about it ever since. A particularly large coconut or cigar should go to Richard Lumsden for his music, which stands on its own merits as a beautiful collection as well as being an excellent and complementary film score.
40 of 42 people found the following review helpful
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I admit it. I'm a Morris Dancer. So I'm probably biased. I saw it with my partner (a non-dancer). And both of us never stopped laughing. Admittedly I was laughing for different reasons sometimes, but what the heck. We had an audience that were predominantly Morris, and it was like being at a folk eqivalent of Rocky Horror....interactive.
This is the sort of film that could have only come from Britain. It's funny, moving, sad...in fact runs the gamut of emotions. Well scripted, directed, filmed and acted.....and more to the point, well danced!!!
This film deserves to be seen by many more people....
And yes, I (and a couple of friends) want to join Orange County Morris.
This is the sort of film that could have only come from Britain. It's funny, moving, sad...in fact runs the gamut of emotions. Well scripted, directed, filmed and acted.....and more to the point, well danced!!!
This film deserves to be seen by many more people....
And yes, I (and a couple of friends) want to join Orange County Morris.
22 of 24 people found the following review helpful
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I confess I'm not a Morris dancer, nor a particular follower of anyone waiving hankies, crashing sticks (no doubt they have a technical name) or dancing with bells on, BUT this was an absolute first-rate, must-see British-made film with a quintessentially English plot, and some first-rate actors and acting. I was lucky enough to see it in its rare first-round screening and hope that reaching a wider audience it may be screened further in cinemas across the globe.
For a great evening with a DVD, a pork pie and pint of beer it is a must (works well too with smoked salmon and champagne - or chocolate and a mug of coffee - or...).
Support British rural arts (and film-making) and buy a copy (then support your local Morris Troupe)!
For a great evening with a DVD, a pork pie and pint of beer it is a must (works well too with smoked salmon and champagne - or chocolate and a mug of coffee - or...).
Support British rural arts (and film-making) and buy a copy (then support your local Morris Troupe)!
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It had bells on.
I bought this film because the product review made it sound like it could be fun. It certainly was! It was filmed as a mockumentary and was truly a good laugh. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Lorna Symonds
Mock-u-mentory
This is great movie about a fictional character who loves morris. It's not a documentary about the dances or the history of morris, but a great tongue-in-cheek look at a dedicated... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mrs Bennett's daughter
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Brilliant, a great film and one which exaggerates all that is quintessentially english. As a Morris dancer I throughly enjoyed the film, laughing at myself, but especially... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Netta
What a laugh!
I haven't laughed as much for a long time. Tears were streaming down my face at times as these dedicated fringe eccentrics took them and their dance form as seriously as if they... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mrs. J. B. Philips
Excellent, great, super, marvellous
One of the best films of this genre for many years. It helps if you like morris dancing, but it is not a pre-requisite.
Published 8 months ago by Mr. N. P. M. Sanders
Give it a miss
As a film I was expecting far more. This type of film relies on you liking the main characters and wanting them to succeed. Read more
Published 8 months ago by K. Farrow
Wot? No music????????
i can't believe this film manages to portray Morris sides dancing throughout, without a single piece of Morris music! Read more
Published 9 months ago by Lynne C. Gill
Lots of fun!
Marvellous! A real feel good film. Now I know why all my Morris dancing friends say things like "I want to BE in Orange County Morris". A little gem.
Published 9 months ago by Aspidistra
A quirky delight from start to finish
The lack of a wider theatrical release was a scandal. From the moment Derecq Twist (Charles Thomas Oldham, who wrote the story) is seen dancing on the Cerne Abbas Giant and the... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Steve Richards
Brilliant and I'm not a Morris Fan
I know little about Morris dancing but still loved this film, it helps to live in the country to get some of the jokes but this a great piece of quirky British cinema. Read more
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