East Is East 1999
“A comedy of families, a chip shop... and a very randy dog.”
What is East Is East?
East Is East is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Drama, Comedy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 97 minutes
- Release date
- May 14, 1999
- Studios
- Assassin Films, Film4 Productions, BBC
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy
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Overview
East Is East is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Drama, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Assassin Films, Film4 Productions, BBC. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A British family wrestles with tradition and modernity in 1970s Salford.”
- Humorous look at a mixed‑heritage household
- Blend of drama and comedy
- Sharp portrait of 1970s Britain
- Tone shifts between comedy and serious family issues may feel uneven
Watch it if you enjoy stories about cultural clashes within families.
The film is suitable for teen and adult viewers, though it explores religious and cultural themes.
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When is the film set?
It takes place in 1971.
Where does the story occur?
In Salford, England, centered around a fish‑and‑chip shop.
What is the central conflict?
A Pakistani Muslim father’s strict expectations clash with his British‑raised children’s desire for independence.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is a drama‑comedy.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour 37 minutes.
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