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Stuart: A Life Backwards (2007)
Director: David Attwood
Cast: Tom Hardy, Benedict Cumberbatch, Nicola Duffett, Claire-Louise Cordwell
Runtime92 min
Rating18
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Story about the remarkable friendship between a reclusive writer and illustrator and a chaotic homeless man, whom he gets to know during a campaign to release two charity workers from prison.
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Stuart: A Life Backwards is a critically acclaimed 2007 TV movie directed by David Attwood. The drama explores the remarkable friendship between a reclusive writer and a chaotic homeless man, garnering praise for its sensitive portrayal of their bond. Though not widely seen by general audiences, the film has been recognized for its thoughtful approach to its challenging subject matter.
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Fans of gritty, character-driven dramas will appreciate the powerful performances from Tom Hardy and Benedict Cumberbatch in this 2007 film directed by David Attwood. The unique narrative structure, which tells the story of a remarkable friendship in reverse, offers an insightful and poignant exploration of homelessness and human resilience.
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Stuart: A Life Backwards is a biography by Alexander Masters of his friend Stuart Clive Shorter, formerly, at various times, a prisoner and a career criminal. It explores how a young boy, somewhat disabled from birth, became mentally unstable, criminal and violent, living homeless on the streets of Cambridge. As the title suggests, the book starts from Shorter's adult life, and works backwards to trace through his troubled childhood, examining the effects his family, schooling and disability had on his eventual state.
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