Letter to Brezhnev
- Comedy
- Romance
The factories, pubs, clubs, hotels and streets of 1980s Liverpool form the backdrop for this tale of love, friendship, sex and a letter to the Soviet leader, Leonid Brezhnev. Two Liverpool lasses, Teresa and Elaine meet two Russian sailors, Sergei and Peter and hook up for a night of fun and frolics. Teresa is looking for sex and a smile, Elaine wants love, romance and the dream of a life far away from the grime of the Liverpool docklands. A classic British romantic comedy filled with new wave tunes, 80s fashion, a little politics and a lot of heart.
Letter to Brezhnev is a 1985 British romantic comedy set in Liverpool that follows two young women who meet Russian sailors and spark an unforgettable night of adventure. Blending humor, romance, and 1980s charm with a Cold War twist, the film captures the energy of the era through its iconic soundtrack and fashion.
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Wide release in United States · Rated R
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Peter FirthPeter
Alfred MolinaSergei
Margi ClarkeTeresa
Alexandra PiggElaine- Tracey LeaTracy
- Susan DempseyGirl in Pub
- Ted WoodMick
Carl ChaseTaxi Driver- Sharon PowerCharlie's Girl
- Robbie DeeCharlie
- Eddie RossRayner
- Syd NewmannDimitri
- Gerry White1st Doorman
- Pat Riley2nd Doorman
- Jeannette Votel1st Girl on Bus
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Letter to Brezhnev original trailer newly remastered
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When was Letter to Brezhnev released?
The film was released on November 15, 1985.
What is the plot about?
Two Liverpool women, Teresa and Elaine, meet two Russian sailors and embark on a night of romance and adventure, leading to an unexpected letter to Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev. The story explores themes of love, friendship, and escape from working-class Liverpool.
What makes this film notable?
Letter to Brezhnev is a quintessential 1980s British romantic comedy that combines genuine heart with new wave music, period fashion, and a unique Cold War backdrop set against the gritty backdrop of Liverpool's docklands.
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