Movie Description

Letter to Brezhnev

(1985)

Overview

The factories, pubs, clubs, hotels and streets of 1980s Liverpool form the backdrop for this tale of love, friendship, sex and a letter to the Soviet leader, Leonid Brezhnev. Two Liverpool lasses, Teresa and Elaine meet two Russian sailors, Sergei and Peter and hook up for a night of fun and frolics. Teresa is looking for sex and a smile, Elaine wants love, romance and the dream of a life far away from the grime of the Liverpool docklands. A classic British romantic comedy filled with new wave tunes, 80s fashion, a little politics and a lot of heart.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleLetter to Brezhnev

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1985-11-15

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 31m

Production CompaniesPalace Pictures,Film4 Productions

Genres

  • Comedy
  • Romance