My Beautiful Laundrette
2020·Movie·
·2h 6min
Where to Watch
Not available to stream in (flatrate)
About
Set in London during the Thatcher years, My Beautiful Laundrette tells the story of young British Pakistani, Omar, who transforms his Uncle’s run-down laundrette into a thriving business. After being confronted by a fascist gang, Omar recognises school friend Johnny and uses their history to diffuse the situation. As they renovate the laundrette together, love blossoms between them.
DNA
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersComing Of AgeClass StruggleIdentity CrisisOvercoming PrejudiceLove And PrejudiceFamily Relationships
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersFriendshipUnrequited LovePersonal GrowthForbidden LoveFamily TensionsInterracial RomanceSocial CommentaryBusiness Ventures
- Pacing
- Narrative
- Time
- Cinematic Style
- Costume and Set
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Nikolai Foster
Written by:
Hanif Kureishi
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