Lease of Life (1954)

1954 · Feature film · 94 min · dir. Charles Frend

A picture for every man who has a woman - for every woman who believes in one man.

• Drama

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Synopsis

William Thorne, vicar of a small village, leads a modest life as a clergyman. Supporting his wife Vera and musically talented daughter Susan with his work, Thorne is also thoroughly devoted to his community. When he finds out that he doesn't have long to live, however, Thorne rethinks his staid existence and develops a more vibrant way of being, affecting all of those around him.

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Details

Director

Charles Frend

Writer

Eric Ambler

Cinematography

Douglas Slocombe

Studio

Ealing Studios

Released

1954-10-18

Awards

Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award1 nomination total

Running time

94 minutes

Cast & crew

• Charles Frend Director
• Robert Donat
• Kay Walsh
• Denholm Elliott
• Adrienne Corri
• Walter Fitzgerald
• Reginald Beckwith
• Vida Hope
• Cyril Raymond

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