
Alive and Kicking
Alive and Kicking
Release: 1991-10-13·Runtime: 91m·★ 8.0
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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
Nick Dunningas David Freeman
Sakuntala Ramaneeas Social Worker
Geff Francisas Barry Serradilla
Hakeem Kae-Kazimas Jerome
Justin Chadwickas Martin
Andy Hockleyas Ray
Natalie Rolesas (uncredited)
Jane Horrocksas Gail
Imogen Boormanas Hayley Forbes-Clinton
Cal MacAninchas Axle
Al Hunter Ashtonas Sgt. Tocknell
Fintan McKeownas Doctor
Shireen Shahas Nursing Officer
Justine Francesca Glentonas Jackie
Diane Parishas (uncredited)
Ewen Cumminsas Clyde
Lenny Henryas Stevie 'Smudger' Smith
Robbie Coltraneas Liam Kane
Annabelle Apsionas Marie
Paul Barberas Earl Preston