Nona (1991)
British production of Argentinan Roberto Cossa's play, set in Argentina in 1982. Nona is an elderly woman who is causing a drain on the resources of her entire family, with her constant craving for food and demands, which everybody indulges, in spite of falling into prostitution and bankruptcy. Her two grandsons hit on the idea of marrying her off to an elderly man who runs a tobacconists and sweet kiosk, however, the latter believes that Chico is trying to hitch him up with the beautiful young Marta.
Director: Simon Curtis
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Release Date: October 19, 1991
Cast
- Les Dawson - Nona
- Timothy Spall - Chico
- Jim Broadbent - Carmelo
- Liz Smith - Anyula
- Sue Brown - Maria
- Jane Horrocks - Marta
- Maurice Denham - Don Fransciso
Screenplay
- Roberto Cossa (Theatre Play)
- Michael Hastings
Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Simon Curtis
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Nona about?
- British production of Argentinan Roberto Cossa's play, set in Argentina in 1982. Nona is an elderly woman who is causing a drain on the resources of her entire family, with her constant craving for food and demands, which everybody indulges, in spite of falling into prostitution and bankruptcy. Her two grandsons hit on the idea of marrying her off to an elderly man who runs a tobacconists and sweet kiosk, however, the latter believes that Chico is trying to hitch him up with the beautiful young Marta.
- Who directed Nona?
- Nona was directed by Simon Curtis.
- Who stars in Nona?
- Nona stars Les Dawson, Timothy Spall, Jim Broadbent, Liz Smith, Sue Brown, Jane Horrocks.
- What genre is Nona?
- Nona is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was Nona produced?
- Nona was produced in United Kingdom.