Absolute Hell 1991
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 120 minutes
- Director
- Anthony Page
- Network
- BBC
What is Absolute Hell?
Absolute Hell is a film first released in 1991. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama, TV Movie.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1991
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 120 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 5, 1991
- Studios
- BBC
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.0/10
- Episode runtime
- ~120 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- BBC
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Absolute Hell is a film first released in 1991. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama, TV Movie. Produced and broadcast by BBC. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A post‑war Soho black comedy brims with flamboyant characters and chaotic nightlife.”
- Sharp satire of post‑war London
- Colorful cast of LGBTQ+ and party characters
- Authentic Soho period atmosphere
- Humor may feel dated
- TV‑movie runtime limits depth
Watch it if you enjoy off‑beat period comedies with a lively ensemble of eccentric characters.
The film’s adult humor and depictions of drinking and sexuality make it suitable for mature audiences.
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What genre does Absolute Hell belong to?
It is a black comedy drama presented as a TV movie.
When and where is the story set?
The story takes place in Soho, London, shortly after World II.
Is Absolute Hell part of a larger series?
It originally aired as an episode of the anthology series Performance.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately two hours.
What types of characters are featured?
The film showcases gay men, lesbians, party‑girls, drunks, and drag queens.
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