Topsy-Turvy
Mike Leigh's acclaimed comedy-drama, starring Timothy Spall, Jim Broadbent and Allan Corduner.
In 1880s London, the writing team of William Gilbert (Jim Broadbent) and Arthur Sullivan (Allan Corduner) looks set to split after the comparative failure of their latest collaboration, 'Princess Ida'. Sullivan is keen to prove himself as a serious composer, feeling that Gilbert's writing has become too formulaic. However, when Gilbert's wife, Kitty (Lesley Manville), takes him to an exhibition of Japanese culture, his imagination is fired, and he enthusiastically contacts Sullivan with ideas for a new project.
Awards
Topsy-Turvy was nominated in four categories at the Academy Awards, including Best Original Screenplay. It won Best Costume Design and Best Makeup.
At the British Academy Film Awards, the film was nominated in five categories, including Best British Film. It won Best Makeup/Hair.
