06 Jun 2009
Bare Essence of Life
Yojin, an eccentric young farmer living in the countryside, falls in love for the first time in his life. Her name is Machiko, she teaches in a kindergarten and is from Tokyo.
The Wind in the Willows
Jailed for his reckless driving, rambunctious Mr. Toad has to escape from prison when his beloved Toad Hall comes under threat from the wily weasels, who plan to build a dog food factory on the very meadow sold to them by Toad himself.
Top Billed Cast
Matt Lucas Toad
Mark Gatiss Rat
Lee Ingleby Mole
Bob Hoskins Badger
Imelda Staunton Barge Lady
Jim Carter Engine Driver
Anna Maxwell Martin Gaoler's Daughter
Mary Walsh Washerwoman
Michael Murphy Judge
Alex Macqueen Clerk
Emil Hostina Mr. Tweed
Alexandra Pirici Mrs. Tweed
Radu Andrei Micu Chief Weasel
Andrei Avrinte Hedgehog
Christian Vlad Hedgehog
Tom Baker Judge
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