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A Private Function

R19841h 36mMalcolm Mowbray
IMDb 6.5 · Rotten Tomatoes 91%

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"When a clandestine party goes wild, it's all about pork... and prestige."

In the summer of 1947, Britain prepares to commemorate the wedding of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Phillip. To get around food-rationing laws, Dr. Charles Swaby, accountant Henry Allardyce and solicitor Frank Lockwood are fattening a black-market pig for the big day. Egged on by his wife, meek Gilbert Chilvers steals the swine, but the couple must conceal it from inspector Morris Wormold.

Comedy
Northern EnglandPigSatireYorkshireRural AreaWorking ClassPost WarFood Rationing1940s

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Frequently asked questions

What is A Private Function (1984) about?

In the summer of 1947, Britain prepares to commemorate the wedding of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Phillip. To get around food-rationing laws, Dr. Charles Swaby, accountant Henry Allardyce and solicitor Frank Lockwood are fattening a black-market pig for the big day. Egged on by his wife, meek Gilbert Chilvers steals the swine, but the couple must conceal it from inspector Morris Wormold.

Who stars in A Private Function?

A Private Function stars Michael Palin (Gilbert Chilvers), Maggie Smith (Joyce Chilvers), Denholm Elliott (Dr. Swaby), Richard Griffiths (Allardyce), Tony Haygarth (Sutcliff). The film was directed by Malcolm Mowbray.

How long is A Private Function?

A Private Function has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1984. It is rated R.

Is A Private Function worth watching?

A Private Function holds an IMDb rating of 6.5/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 91. Fans of Comedy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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