Presents the screenplay of the classic cult film by Bruce Robinson, with an introduction by the director.
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Withnail and I is often described as a cult classic but as one of the most sought after videos in the country that notion of cult should not be confused with a lack of popularity. Year after year another set of students gets initiated into the cult of "Withnail" and after a few viewings (because it really is one of those films that viewers keep returning to) find themselves quoting ad nauseam some of the best lines ever delivered in a British film comedy (they are, admittedly, less funny when quoted by an inebriated 20-year old!).
This original screenplay is the sourcebook for these ubiquitous quotes about Withnail and his unnamed house-mate "I" (or "Marwood", as he appears in the script), acting students in the late 60s, bombed from too many drugs and bummed out by too much poverty. They decide that some time in the country to rejuvenate (in the run-down holiday cottage of rich Uncle Monty) is the best remedy. After a drunken ride through interminable rain they get to the cottage--and then the fun really starts! Bruce Robinson has proved in his hugely enjoyable novel The Peculiar Memories of Thomas Penman what a fantastic writer he is and access to the screenplay only confirms that it was the quality of his dialogue that makes "Withnail" such a peerless classic. An essential companion to one of the funniest films ever made. -- Nicola Hollins
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Bruce Robinson was nominated for an Academy Award for the screenplay of The Killing Fields. He has written and directed many other films, most famously Withnail and I.
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Quite simply, everybody in the world who appreciates the subtlety and sheer versatility of the English language should, if not able to just go out and buy the film, purchase this book in order to see Bruce Robinson, a master of the language, at his best. Never have swear words be imbued with such feeling, yet manage to avoid seeming merely crude or gratuitous. A marvellous chance for fans to further study the characters of the selfish Withnail, the nervy Marwood, and that libidinous old goat Uncle Monty. As a further incentive, extra sections of the script which never made it into the film are included in the book. These include the ludicrous scene where Marwood and Withnail buy 96 bottles of wine before setting off for Penrith, or the marvellous faux-Shakesperean fencing duel in the cottage between Withnail and Marwood. These restored pieces of the dialogue are wonderful and fully deserve their place in the full script. The highest praise I can give it is was that it was the only book I took away when I went travelling around the world for a year! A truly wonderful and satisfying book.
M.R. Storey: gents_club@yahoo.com
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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As a lover of the film do you ever find yourself dying to qoute uncle Monty? Or just have the chance to understand what Danny is saying? This book delivers all that and more - Its a comprehensive screenplay of the entire film, a must for any self respecting fan!
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This is very much a book for the fan of the Withnail and I film - of which there are a very great number including myself.
It is the original screenplay for the movie and includes a few scenes not to be found in the released version. There is also a very interesting and informative introduction by the author which sets the scene for the book and gives some insights into the writing of the script.
If you are not a fan of Withnail and I then move on, nothing for you here.
It is the original screenplay for the movie and includes a few scenes not to be found in the released version. There is also a very interesting and informative introduction by the author which sets the scene for the book and gives some insights into the writing of the script.
If you are not a fan of Withnail and I then move on, nothing for you here.
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Simply a must
For any serious Withnail and I fan this book is simply a must! I can't recommend this highly enough, this really is a true gem and includes additional scenes which didn't make it... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Michael B
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Amazing.
This is one of my all-time favourite films and the script is wonderful to own. The minute details in the descriptions of the scenes make the film even more enjoyable when... Read more
Published 3 months ago by AJ
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A great companion to the Film
This book is brilliant especially for brushing up on your quotes from one of the best British films made , with added parts which were deleted from the film which I so wish they... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Andrew Gray
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book of film transcript
I must admit that when i ordered this book i thought it was the original story it is however a transcript of the film,word for word so a bit disappointed but as i am a great lover... Read more
Published 17 months ago by stew
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An absolute must have!
This is one of my favorite books. As a die hard "Withnail an I" fan I felt it compulsory to by my own copy of the Original sceenplay. I'm so glad I did. Read more
Published on 2 Sep 2010 by Kirsty Stewart
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What a screenplay!
Great film-so many classic moments, the screenplay reflects this. A perfect read if you love the film, or even if you want to see an example of a screenplay
Published on 1 Mar 2009 by Mr. A. R. Brown
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I demand to have some booze!
Many fans of this film can quote lines by the dozen, and with good cause. Bruce Robinson has such excellent eccentricity in this work that I defy anyone not to enjoy it, unless... Read more
Published on 28 May 2008 by CJ
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