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Where was The Dresser filmed?

1983 film, directed by Peter Yates.

  • Pinewood Studios

The story is set in England, about 102 miles (164 km) from where it was filmed.

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Where it’s set vs. where it was filmed

Set in
England
Filmed in
Pinewood Studios
Distance
About 102 miles (164 km) between England and the nearest filming location.
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About The Dresser

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Released
1983
Director
Peter Yates
Cast
Albert FinneyTom CourtenayEileen AtkinsEdward FoxZena WalkerMichael GoughJohn SharpRoger Avon
Genre
Comedy DramaDramaLgbtq-related
Based on
The Dresser
Awards
National Board of Review: Top Ten Films

The plot is based on Harwood's experiences as dresser to English Shakespearean actor-manager Sir Donald Wolfit, who is the model for the character "Sir".

He is of the old, bombastic school of British acting, full of grand gestures and fine oratory.

The company is hurrying to its next venue, the industrial city of Bradford, where Sir is to give his renowned portrayal of the title character in King Lear.

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