The Philanthropist (1975)
Overview
The original play by Christopher Hampton, was adapted into this made-for-TV movie and it offers witty dialogue in the midst of remarkable conflict among its privileged characters.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 1.148 |
Directed By
Stuart Burge
Crew
Christopher Hampton
Stuart Burge
Cedric Messina
Roger Reece
Don Homfray
Judy Neame
Colin Dixon
TOP CAST
Ronald Pickup
Philip
Helen Mirren
Celia
James Bolam
Don
Charles Gray
Braham
Jacqueline Pearce
Araminta
Colin Higgins
John
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