The Fruit Machine (1988)
November 4, 1988Release Date
The Fruit Machine (1988)
November 4, 1988Release Date
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Where to Watch.
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Cast & Crew.
Emile Charles
Eddie
Tony Forsyth
Michael
Robert Stephens
Vincent
Clare Higgins
Eve
Bruce Payne
Echo
Bruce Payne
Echo
Robbie Coltrane
Annabelle
Carsten Nørgaard
Dolphin Man
Kim Christie
Jean
Louis Emerick
Billy
Joseph Carrington
Ray
Julie Graham
Hazel
Philip Saville
Director
Paula Ann Bland
Beverley
Frank Clarke
Writer
Niven Boyd
Dave
Claire Parker
Young Jean
Steve Morrison
Producer
Caroline Milmoe
Lillie
Hans Zimmer
Composer
Forbes Collins
John Schlesinger
Dick Pope
Cinematographer
Richard Bedford
Editor
Malcolm Frederick
Truck Driver
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The Fruit Machine (known as Wonderland in the United States) is a 1988 British film thriller starring Tony Forsyth, Emile Charles, Bruce Payne and Robbie Coltrane in the role of "Annabelle." The film, which was directed by BAFTA-winner Philip Saville, is about two gay teen friends who are running from an underworld assassin and the police. It was produced by UK TV company Granada Productions. The film showcases the rising careers of actors Coltrane and Payne, as well as a future Academy Award winner, composer Hans Zimmer, who wrote the soundtrack.
The film uses a combination of adventure, buddy film, road movie and 1980s filmmaking to address a number of social issues that were pertinent to the times. Since its release, it has developed a cult following primarily due to its straightforward portrayal of British gay youth.