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    Unique ID Code: 0000005885
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    Added on: 21/6/2000 00:07
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    Gormenghast (UK)

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    Six murders, two seductions and three tragic deaths... who will rule Gormenghast?
    Certificate: 12
    Running Time: 274 mins
    Retail Price: £29.99
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    Synopsis:
    The glorious Castle of Gormenghast is home to the ancient family of Groan, where nothing has changed for thousands of years. The dynasty is threatened by the charming and evil kitchen-boy, Steerpike. With the birth of a new heir, Titus Groan, Steerpike begins his ruthless ascent to power.

    As he charms, outwits and terrorises the castle`s inhabitants, only Titus, the young and timid Earl of Groan, stands in Steerpike`s way. Who will triumph? And can Gormenghast survive?

    Special Features:
    Interactive Menus
    Scene Access
    Two Disc Set
    Character Profiles
    Behind the Scenes Feature
    Design Gallery.

    Video Tracks:
    Widescreen Anamorphic 1.78:1

    Audio Tracks:
    Dolby Digital Stereo 2.0 English

    Subtitle Tracks:
    CC: English

    Directed By:
    Andy Wilson

    Written By:


    Starring:
    John Sessions
    Ian Richardson
    Jonathan Rhys-Meyers
    Warren Mitchell
    Spike Milligan
    Christopher Lee
    Celia Imrie
    Stephen Fry
    Windsor Davies
    June Brown
    Neve McIntosh
    Andrew Robertson

    Director of Photography:
    Gavin Finney

    Production Designer:
    Christopher Hobbs

    Producer:
    Estelle Daniel

    Distributor:
    BBC

    Your Opinions and Comments

    Gormanshit
    posted by Richard73 on 2/2/2001 10:46
    10 / 10
    Gormenghast is truely an event! Its story, acting, sets, and everything is truely exceptional!! Jonathan Rhys-Meyers sizzles as Steerpike, and everyone else is wonderful as well!! This miniseries deserves my highest rating - 10!!! Long live Gormenghast!!!!!!
    posted by Rika Meiyano on 7/7/2001 02:39