new york city,19th century,1930s,lewis carroll,elderly lady,children's author

Dreamchild (1985)

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He loved the child we will never forget...

Eighty-year-old Alice Hargreaves is about to visit Columbia University to attend a reception in honor of author Lewis Carroll. As a child, Alice had a close friendship with the writer, and their relationship was the creative catalyst for Carroll's most beloved work. However, as Alice reflects on her experiences with the author, she realizes the complexity of their bond has had lasting, deeply felt ramifications.

Cast & Crew

Director
Gavin Millar
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    Alice Hargreaves Coral Browne
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    Reverend Charles L. Dodgson / Lewis Carroll Ian Holm
  • Profile picture of Peter Gallagher
    Jack Dolan Peter Gallagher
  • Profile picture of Nicola Cowper
    Lucy Nicola Cowper
  • Profile picture of Jane Asher
    Mrs. Liddell Jane Asher
  • Profile picture of Amelia Shankley
    Little Alice Amelia Shankley
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    Lorina Imogen Boorman
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    Mr. Duckworth Roger Ashton-Griffiths

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Keywords

  • new york city
  • 19th century
  • 1930s
  • lewis carroll
  • elderly lady
  • children's author