Saturday Night and Sunday Morning 1960
"Saturday night you have your fling at life...and Sunday morning you face up to it!"
Karel Reisz's gritty 1960 drama *Saturday Night and Sunday Morning* captures the restless spirit of post-war Britain through the eyes of Arthur Seaton, a fiery 22-year-old factory worker whose weekend escapades—packed with pints, fights, and romantic...
Director: Karel Reisz
Cast
Albert Finney
Arthur Seaton
Shirley Anne Field
Doreen
Rachel Roberts
Brenda
Hylda Baker
Aunt Ada
Norman Rossington
Bert
Bryan Pringle
Jack
Robert Cawdron
Robboe
Avis Bunnage
Blousy Woman
Colin Blakely
Loudmouth
Peter Madden
Drunken Man
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saturday Night and Sunday Morning (1960) about?
The film follows Arthur Seaton, a rebellious 22-year-old factory worker in post-war Britain, whose wild weekends of drinking, fighting, and romancing two women quickly collide with the realities of adulthood. It's a story of passion, consequences, and the fleeting joys of youth.
Who directed Saturday Night and Sunday Morning?
Karel Reisz, a pioneering figure of the British New Wave, directed the film, bringing his signature realistic and socially conscious style to the screen.
Who stars in Saturday Night and Sunday Morning?
Albert Finney headlines the cast as Arthur Seaton, supported by Shirley Anne Field, Rachel Roberts, Norman Rossington, and Bryan Pringle.
Is Saturday Night and Sunday Morning (1960) worth watching?
Absolutely, for fans of classic drama and the British New Wave, *Saturday Night and Sunday Morning* is a must-watch. Its raw energy, compelling lead performance, and timeless themes of rebellion and responsibility make it a standout from the era.
How long is Saturday Night and Sunday Morning?
The film runs for 90 minutes.
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About Saturday Night and Sunday Morning (1960) — A Gritty British New Wave Drama Experience
Karel Reisz's gritty 1960 drama *Saturday Night and Sunday Morning* captures the restless spirit of post-war Britain through the eyes of Arthur Seaton, a fiery 22-year-old factory worker whose weekend escapades—packed with pints, fights, and romantic entanglements—paint a raw portrait of youthful rebellion. The film dives deep into Arthur's double life, torn between two women and the inevitable clash of fleeting freedom and looming responsibility. With its stark realism and unflinching honesty, the movie explores themes of class, self-destruction, and the fleeting nature of youth, all wrapped in the smoky, neon-drenched atmosphere of 1960s working-class England. Starring Albert Finney in a breakout role, this British New Wave classic blends romance and drama to deliver a tale that's as rebellious as it is reflective.
At its core, *Saturday Night and Sunday Morning* is about the tension between living for the moment and facing the consequences of those choices. Shot in a documentary-style that feels electric and immediate, the film immerses viewers in Arthur's world, where every reckless decision on Saturday night sets the stage for Sunday morning's reckoning. Finney's electrifying performance anchors the story, making it a defining work of both his career and the era, and cementing its place as a must-watch for fans of classic cinema.
