Dreamchild (1985)

About the film

He loved the child we will never forget...

Eighty-year-old Alice Hargreaves is about to visit Columbia University to attend a reception in honor of author Lewis Carroll. As a child, Alice had a close friendship with the writer, and their relationship was the creative catalyst for Carroll's most beloved work. However, as Alice reflects on her experiences with the author, she realizes the complexity of their bond has had lasting, deeply felt ramifications.

Directed by: Gavin Millar
Runtime: 94 minutes
Released: October 4, 1985
Country: United Kingdom
Starring: Coral Browne, Ian Holm, Peter Gallagher, Caris Corfman, Nicola Cowper

More credits

Genres: Drama, Fantasy
Language: English
Studios: Thorn EMI, PfH
Written by: Dennis Potter
Also starring: Jane Asher, Amelia Shankley, Imogen Boorman, Rupert Wainwright, Roger Ashton-Griffiths

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