Taking Leave (1974)
Mike comes home on leave from Ulster. After six years in the Army he has to decide whether to sign up again or not. His parents want him to leave the army and come home, but the family flare-ups and bickerings are not conducive to helping him choose.
Director: John Mackenzie
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: November 28, 1974
Cast
- George Sewell - Father
- Doreen Keogh - Mother
- Alison Steadman - Nonie
- George Sweeney - Mike
- Susan Littler - Sheila
- Brian Capron - Tony
- Liz Smith - Confused Lady
- Natalie Kent - Cissie
- Colin Dunn - Squaddie
- Murray Head - Barbara Allen Singer (voice only)
Screenplay
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: John Mackenzie
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Taking Leave about?
- Mike comes home on leave from Ulster. After six years in the Army he has to decide whether to sign up again or not. His parents want him to leave the army and come home, but the family flare-ups and bickerings are not conducive to helping him choose.
- Who directed Taking Leave?
- Taking Leave was directed by John Mackenzie.
- Who stars in Taking Leave?
- Taking Leave stars George Sewell, Doreen Keogh, Alison Steadman, George Sweeney, Susan Littler, Brian Capron.
- How long is Taking Leave?
- Taking Leave has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is Taking Leave?
- Taking Leave is a Drama, TV Movie film.