Screenplay: Michael Radford

Top movies, series, and documentaries with a screenplay by Michael Radford. Explore the titles that showcase an exceptional writing.


The Postman

1994 · Movie · 115 min. · Italy

Direction Michael Radford

Cast Philippe Noiret · Massimo Troisi · María Grazia Cucinotta · Linda Moretti

Synopsis The Postman (1994) tells the story of a humble mail carrier who discovers a world of romantic opportunities when he begins delivering letters to one of the 20th century's most celebrated poets. This enchanting narrative draws inspiration from a real-life...

7.4

27K votes

7.4

27K votes

Michel Petrucciani

2011 · Documentary · 102 min. · France

Direction Michael Radford

Synopsis Michel Petrucciani (2011) delves into the extraordinary life and career of the renowned French jazz pianist, Michel Petrucciani. This film offers an intimate look at his journey, from his early beginnings to his rise as a celebrated musician, despite the...

7.1

189 votes

7.1

189 votes

1984

1984 · Movie · 113 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Michael Radford

Cast John Hurt · Richard Burton · Suzanna Hamilton · Cyril Cusack

Synopsis 1984 (1984) is set in a dystopian future where the remnants of humanity live in a decaying London, plagued by rocket bombs and rats. A relentless war against Eastasia is waged from the Malabar Front, while the Ministry of Truth...

6.5

11K votes

6.5

11K votes

The Merchant of Venice

2004 · Movie · 131 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Michael Radford

Cast Al Pacino · Jeremy Irons · Joseph Fiennes · Lynn Collins

Synopsis The Merchant of Venice (2004) is set in the 16th century in Venice, where Bassanio seeks a loan of 3,000 ducats from Antonio to pursue Portia, the wealthy heiress of Belmont. Antonio, though affluent, has his funds invested abroad. He...

6.4

12K votes

6.4

12K votes

Ten Minutes Older: The Cello

2002 · Movie · 146 min. · Germany

Direction Bernardo Bertolucci · Claire Denis · Mike Figgis · Jean-Luc Godard

Cast Valeria Bruni Tedeschi · Dominic West · Daniel Craig · Chiara Mastalli

Synopsis Ten Minutes Older: The Cello (2002) is a captivating anthology film that serves as a follow-up to the critically praised "Ten Minutes Older: The Trumpet." This cinematic journey features eight renowned directors who each offer their unique perspective on the...

6.3

313 votes

6.3

313 votes

Elsa & Fred

2014 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction Michael Radford

Cast Shirley MacLaine · Christopher Plummer · Marcia Gay Harden · Scott Bakula

Synopsis Elsa & Fred (2014) presents the tale of two individuals who, in the twilight of their lives, find that it's never too late to experience love and fulfill their dreams. Elsa, a spirited woman, has spent the last six decades...

5.6

561 votes

5.6

561 votes

The Mule

2013 · Movie · 100 min. · Spain

Direction Michael Radford

Cast Mario Casas · María Valverde · Secun De La Rosa · Luis Callejo

Synopsis The Mule (2013) is set in 1939, as the Spanish Civil War draws to a close. A young soldier named Juan Castro encounters a mule amidst the chaos of a battlefield. Moved by the animal's plight, Juan decides to take...

5.4

3K votes

5.4

3K votes

The Music of Silence

2017 · Movie · 115 min. · Italy

Direction Michael Radford

Cast Toby Sebastian · Antonio Banderas · Jordi Mollà · Alessandro Sperduti

Synopsis The Music of Silence (2017) follows the inspiring journey of Andrea Bocelli, who, despite being born with a severe eye condition that ultimately results in his blindness, overcomes immense obstacles to pursue his profound passion for music. Driven by unwavering...

5.4

220 votes

5.4

220 votes

White Mischief

1987 · Movie · 100 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Michael Radford

Cast Greta Scacchi · Charles Dance · Joss Ackland · Sarah Miles

Synopsis White Mischief (1987) unfolds in the lush landscapes of Kenya around 1940, where a wealthy couple, past their prime, settle into a world of extravagant British expatriates. As the war looms, these affluent individuals indulge in a hedonistic lifestyle filled...

5.2

275 votes

5.2

275 votes

Dancing at the Blue Iguana

2000 · Movie · 123 min. · United States

Direction Michael Radford

Cast Charlotte Ayanna · Daryl Hannah · Sheila Kelley · Elias Koteas

Synopsis Dancing at the Blue Iguana (2000) offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of five exotic dancers who perform at the Blue Iguana in Los Angeles. Stormy, a melancholic and reserved dancer, is visited by a man from her past...

4.5

222 votes

4.5

222 votes

Another Time, Another Place

1983 · Movie · 118 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Michael Radford

Cast Phyllis Logan · Giovanni Mauriello · Denise Coffey · Tom Watson

Synopsis Another Time, Another Place (1983) unfolds in the picturesque yet tumultuous landscape of 1943 Scotland during the height of World War II. The story revolves around Janie, a young woman married to Dongal, a man significantly older than her. As...

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