Archipelago (15)

Director Joanna Hogg Drama


With her son Edward (Tom Hiddleston - star of the forthcoming Thor & The War Horse) about to embark on a volunteer trip to Africa, doting mother Patricia wants to give him a good send-off, and gathers her family together for a getaway to a holiday home on idyllic Tresco, one of the Isles of Scilly. Edward's father's attendance is eagerly anticipated, though sister Cynthia appears to be there under some duress, going through dutiful motions. Gradually, deep fractures within the family set-up begin to surface in this eagerly awaitied second feature from director Joanna Hogg. Actors Christopher Baker, Kate Fahy, Tom Hiddleston, Andrew Lawson, Lydia Leonard & Amy Lloyd

Starring Tom Hiddleston, Christopher Baker, Kate Fahy, Lydia Leonard, Amy Lloyd


Flicks Advisor (comments from our film promoters)

Not a travelogue of the Isles of Scilly which I think some were expecting.! Like an intense novel, beautifully acted, subdued palette, closely observed, the uncomfortable insight into family dynamics! All filmed on a wild windy Tresco.

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