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Couples and Robbers

198129mClare Peploe
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Couples and Robbers is a 1981 English language comedy/crime film written and directed by Clare Peploe, starring Frances Low, Rik Mayall and Peter Eyre. Two couples -- one with all the riches that dreams are made of, the other with only dreams and schemes -- are brought together by the plotting of the poorer couple. A pair of newlyweds wander through the city streets, bickering about their poverty, until they are distracted by the opulent home of a lawyer. Impulsively, the couple makes off with the lawyer's vehicle for one night of extravagant indulgence. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.

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What is Couples and Robbers (1981) about?

Couples and Robbers is a 1981 English language comedy/crime film written and directed by Clare Peploe, starring Frances Low, Rik Mayall and Peter Eyre. Two couples -- one with all the riches that dreams are made of, the other with only dreams and schemes -- are brought together by the plotting of the poorer couple. A pair of newlyweds wander through the city streets, bickering about their…

Who stars in Couples and Robbers?

Couples and Robbers stars Frances Low (Wendy Anne MacDonald), Rik Mayall (Morris David Boyd), Peter Eyre (Walter), Frank Grimes (Julian Miller). The film was directed by Clare Peploe.

How long is Couples and Robbers?

Couples and Robbers has a runtime of 29 min and premiered in 1981.

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Couples and Robbers holds an IMDb rating of 6.0/10. Fans of Drama, Crime are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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