Joe's Ark (1974)
The religious beliefs of pet shop owner Joe (Freddie Jones) are shaken by the terminal illness of his daughter Lucy (Angharad Rees). For Potter, this play "makes more than a wry nod at possibilities which can comprehend pain, or disgust, or the implacable presence of death itself."
Director: Alan Bridges
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 66 min
Release Date: February 14, 1974
Cast
- Freddie Jones - Joe
- Angharad Rees - Lucy
- Dennis Waterman - Bobby
- Christopher Guard - John
- Edward Evans - Preacher
- Patricia Franklin - Sally
- Clive Graham - Doctor
- Margaret John - Woman Customer
- Emrys Leyshon - Man Customer
- Colin Rix - Chef
Screenplay
- Dennis Potter
- Ann Scott (Script Editor)
Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Reflections on Life and Death, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering
Keywords
terminal illness
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Joe's Ark about?
- The religious beliefs of pet shop owner Joe (Freddie Jones) are shaken by the terminal illness of his daughter Lucy (Angharad Rees). For Potter, this play "makes more than a wry nod at possibilities which can comprehend pain, or disgust, or the implacable presence of death itself."
- Who directed Joe's Ark?
- Joe's Ark was directed by Alan Bridges.
- Who stars in Joe's Ark?
- Joe's Ark stars Freddie Jones, Angharad Rees, Dennis Waterman, Christopher Guard, Edward Evans, Patricia Franklin.
- How long is Joe's Ark?
- Joe's Ark has a runtime of 1h 6m (66 minutes).
- What genre is Joe's Ark?
- Joe's Ark is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was Joe's Ark produced?
- Joe's Ark was produced in United Kingdom.
- What are the themes of Joe's Ark?
- The themes of Joe's Ark include: Reflections on Life and Death, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering.