Cast
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Hilton McRae
as Gary Glitter
Adam James
as John Carter QC
Clive Flint
as DCI Crane
Louisa Rix
as Valerie Clark
Caroline O'Neill
as Kelly Andrews
Anna Nguyen
as Girl A
Terence Harvey
as Prosecution Counsel
Mai Thi Nguyen-Kim
as Mrs. Tran
David Caldwell-Evans
as Dr. Jones
Malcolm Rennie
as Jones
Verity Hewlett
as Demo Girl
Ian Porter
as Reverend David Sanders
Alan Brent
as John Laws
Garry Bushell
as Garry Bushell (uncredited)
Kristel Elling
as Witness (uncredited)
Crew
Director
- Rob Coldstream
Writer
- Rob Coldstream
Producer
- Rob Coldstream
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Execution of Gary Glitter examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Rob Coldstream brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2009, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Execution of Gary Glitter took approximately 14 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 145 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2009, when this film is released:
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 6, 2009
- Runtime: 1h 30m