Distant Voices, Still Lives
1988, English. Directed by Terence Davies.
In memory, everything happens to music.
Siblings Maisie and Tony, along with their mother, gather for their sister Eileen's wedding. It is a joyous occasion, but through flashbacks, it becomes clear that the family was not always happy. Their father was physically abusive to his wife and left the children emotionally traumatized. As a result, the children have grown into unhappy adults, looking for love they didn't receive when they were young.
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 139 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Distant Voices, Still Lives
Distant Voices, Still Lives is streaming on BFI Player in India.
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Details
- Released
- 16 November 1988
- Country
- United Kingdom, Germany
- Written by
- Terence Davies
- Box office
- $772K
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Distant Voices, Still Lives: quick answers
Is Distant Voices, Still Lives worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 139 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Distant Voices, Still Lives?
Distant Voices, Still Lives runs 84 minutes (1h 24m).
Does Distant Voices, Still Lives have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Distant Voices, Still Lives. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Distant Voices, Still Lives parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Distant Voices, Still Lives is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Distant Voices, Still Lives on?
Distant Voices, Still Lives is streaming on BFI Player in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Distant Voices, Still Lives?
If you liked Distant Voices, Still Lives, try Taurus, The Five Heartbeats, Better Man.
Who directed Distant Voices, Still Lives?
Distant Voices, Still Lives (1988) was directed by Terence Davies and stars Freda Dowie, Pete Postlethwaite, Angela Walsh.