
Alive and Kicking
Alive and Kicking
Release: 1991-10-13·Runtime: 91m·★ 8.5
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Gritty and powerful Screen One film that takes an unflinching look at drug addiction. Lenny Henry plays a dealer convinced he is untouchable, Robbie Coltrane the ex-gangster turned drug counsellor who is determined to break him. Writer Al Hunter (The Firm) was inspired by the true story of a football team founded to help drug addicts kick their habit.
Production Countries
United Kingdom
Production Companies
BBC
Cast
Andy Hockleyas Ray
Geff Francisas Barry Serradilla
Paul Barberas Earl Preston
Al Hunter Ashtonas Sgt. Tocknell
Diane Parishas (uncredited)
Natalie Rolesas (uncredited)
Jane Horrocksas Gail
Hakeem Kae-Kazimas Jerome
Shireen Shahas Nursing Officer
Justin Chadwickas Martin
Robbie Coltraneas Liam Kane
Annabelle Apsionas Marie
Imogen Boormanas Hayley Forbes-Clinton
Ewen Cumminsas Clyde
Fintan McKeownas Doctor
Sakuntala Ramaneeas Social Worker
Justine Francesca Glentonas Jackie
Lenny Henryas Stevie 'Smudger' Smith
Cal MacAninchas Axle
Nick Dunningas David Freeman
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