I Want to Be Famous(1976)
The uncertainties of childhood.
I Want to Be Famous Synopsis
Eleven-year-old Steve is the smallest boy in class. He thinks girls are soppy, detests football and prefers painting. To alleviate his loneliness, he occasionally escapes into an excitingly violent fantasy realm of his own creation. His best mate Stuart is the only solid thing in a comfortless world where people argue too much… usually about Steve.
I Want to Be Famous (1976) is a drama film directed by Roger Lambert, released on July 7, 1976 with a runtime of 40m. It stars Stephen Bratt, Stuart Elliot, Andy Gough and Joyce Pemberton. Viewers rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 6 ratings.
- Director:
- Roger Lambert
- Writers:
- Roger Lambert
- Producers:
- Roger Lambert
- Cinematographer:
- Juan García
- Production:
- West Midlands Arts
- Status:
- Released
I Want to Be Famous (1976) Trailer
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I Want to Be Famous Cast & Crew
Main cast
Stephen Bratt
as Steve
Stuart Elliot
as Stuart
Andy Gough
as Andy
- Joyce Pemberton
Joyce Pemberton
as Mother
- Keith Groom
Keith Groom
as Father
- Ted Gray
Ted Gray
as Bandmaster
- Steve Handforth
Steve Handforth
as Teacher
- Vanessa Doran
Vanessa Doran
as Teacher
- Brian Warrilow
Brian Warrilow
as Park Keeper
- Eric Ball
Eric Ball
as Man in Street
- Matthew Barlow
Matthew Barlow
as Soldier
- Arnold Bratt
Arnold Bratt
as Soldier
Key crew
Directed by Roger Lambert, written by Roger Lambert, produced by Roger Lambert.
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I Want to Be Famous Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.5/10 from 6 ratings.
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I Want to Be Famous – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in I Want to Be Famous?
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The main cast of I Want to Be Famous (1976) includes Stephen Bratt, Stuart Elliot, Andy Gough, Joyce Pemberton and Keith Groom. The film was directed by Roger Lambert. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was I Want to Be Famous released?
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I Want to Be Famous was released on July 7, 1976 and runs for 40m.
Is I Want to Be Famous worth watching?
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I Want to Be Famous (1976) holds an average rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 6 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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