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Stuart - A Life Backwards (DVD, 2008)
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Staring BAFTA nominated Tom Hardy for the role of Stuart Shorter and Benedict Cumberbatch as Alexander Masters. Stuart - A Life Backwards DVD. The story is based on the biography written by Alexander Masters, who befriends Stuart and decides to write his life story in reverse, starting from his adult life and working backwards to uncover the events that shaped him.
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Based on the acclaimed book by Alexander Masters, STUART: A LIFE BACKWARDS is the unconventional non-fiction biography of homeless alcoholic Stuart Shorter. Benedict Cumberbatch (ATONEMENT, THE OTHER BOLEYN GIRL) plays Masters, a reclusive writer who strikes up an unlikely friendship with Shorter (Tom Hardy, WAZ, SCENES OF A SEXUAL NATURE) during a campaign to release two charity workers from prison. As the pair get to know each other, more and more portentous details of Stuart's traumatic childhood and turbulent adolescence come to light.Product Identifiers
EAN5027182614202
eBay Product ID (ePID)66934054
Product Key Features
ActorEdna Dore, Nicola Duffett, Benedict Cumberbatch, Tom Hardy
Film/TV TitleStuart-A Life Backwards
DirectorDavid Attwood
LanguageEnglish
Run Time88 Mins
Aspect Ratio16:9 Wide Screen
Release Year2008
FormatDVD
FeaturesWidescreen, Cast Interviews\Behind-The-Scenes Footage
GenreDrama, General
Additional Product Features
Number of Discs1
Certificate18
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Additional InformationBased on the acclaimed book by Alexander Masters, STUART: A LIFE BACKWARDS is the unconventional non-fiction biography of homeless alcoholic Stuart Shorter. Benedict Cumberbatch (ATONEMENT, THE OTHER BOLEYN GIRL) plays Masters, a reclusive writer and illustrator who strikes up an unlikely friendship with Shorter--portrayed with a quiet intensity by Tom Hardy (WAZ, SCENES OF A SEXUAL NATURE)--during a campaign to release two charity workers from prison. As the pair get to know each other, more and more portentous details of Stuart's traumatic childhood and turbulent adolescence come to light. Fascinating by how these events contributed to Stuart's current situation, Alexander encourages him to tell his life story--in reverse to make it 'more exciting û like a Tom Clancy murder-mystery'. Gradually with plenty of pathos, dry dark humour and without shying away from the more malignant aspects of Stuart's personality or the crimes committed, a very complex and tragic life is unraveled.<BR>Excellent performances from the leads and supporting players, plus an insightful, uncontrived script remaining close to the award-winning book, make STUART: A LIFE BACKWARDS stand out as a modern classic.
ReviewsDaily Mail - [...]classic television of the kind they're not supposed to make anymore, The Guardian - [...]a remarkable one-off film. Uncomfortable, warm, distressing and funny[...]
Sound sourceDolby Stereo
Movie/TV TitleStuart - A Life Backwards
Consumer AdviceContains very strong language, strong violence and child abuse references
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- 08 Nov, 2017
no holds barred & very moving film
I love true stories & appeals to me as I help with local homeless charity. Can be harrowing in parts due to the main characters sometimes reckless lifestyle but also very moving & played so well by Tom Hardy, probably as you have never seen him before. Great cast & true to the book which I read a few months back. Also has great interviews with cast & the real writer of the book but if you are looking for a happy ending be prepared if you have not already read the book. Personally I love this film as it shows just how hard it is for some people to adapt after life on the streets.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Feb, 2018
Superb acting.
This is great and really makes you think. It is always difficult to balance inclusion with impact and time constraints, but this does admirably well. Tom Hardy in particular did a first rate job as Stuart and Benedict Cumberbatch also as his long-suffering biographer. Ultimately, because of the ending and the treatment of Stuart and others, this film (and book) may have been depressing, but the humour pulls it through. My fervent wish is for the powers that be to watch this, read, and take action to eradicate as much as they can of this perennial shame on any decent society. Very highly recommended, but, as always, read the book first if you can.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 18 Mar, 2017
Stuart a life backwards
Great film. This is based on a true story. Tom portrays Stuart well, depth to the character. Really sad but informative and a good example of what can happen to somebody after they have suffered abuse and addiction without a support network around you. A must watchVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 09 May, 2018
Best film watched in ages.
So true of the world today ,but such a great actor,funny sad,had me crying for his sad sad life,can still see him in my mind,hats of to Tom Hardy.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 23 Aug, 2018
To be widely viewed, especially y those who work with people with complex needs.
A thoughtful film based on true story of Stuart. Issues sensitively dealt with but unforgiving in places. Educational as well as entertaining.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 12 Jul, 2018
We can't understand why it's called Stuart a life backwards
It's quite good the only reason I bought it is my favourite actor Tom Hardy is in it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 10 Jul, 2017
so sad
This is the most engaging film ever...Sad and Funny at the same time .Had me in floods of tears by the end ..Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 17 Apr, 2018
Brilliant
Loved this film. Tom does himself proud. Very entertaining.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 13 Apr, 2017
Awesome acting and very moving.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 12 Oct, 2017
Poignant film which addressess many current issues
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
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