What is Hideous Kinky?
Hideous Kinky is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Romance, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 5, 1999
- Studios
- L Films, Arts Council of England, AMLF
- Genres
- Romance, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Hideous Kinky is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Romance, Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A young mother abandons England for Morocco, seeking freedom with her two daughters.”
- Atmospheric 1970s Moroccan setting
- Thoughtful exploration of freedom and family
- Strong lead performance
- Deliberately slow pace may feel meandering
Watch it if you enjoy contemplative dramas about personal liberation and cultural discovery.
The film’s mature themes and reflective mood suit adult audiences.
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When was Hideous Kinky released?
It was released in the United States on April 26, 1999.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film runs approximately 1 hour and 38 minutes.
Who directed Hideous Kinky?
The film was directed by Gillies MacKinnon.
Which actors star in the movie?
The cast includes Kate Winslet, Saïd Taghmaoui, Bella Riza, Carrie Mullan, and Pierre Clémenti.
What is the setting of the story?
The story is set in 1972 and follows a young English mother and her daughters who travel to Morocco.