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Walter: Full Cast & Crew 1982 Drama
This English film examines the state of social programs in Britain during the 1980s through the case of a mentally challenged man who's thrust into the system. Walter (Ian McKellen) works at a factory and lives with his mother (Barbara Jefford) and father. When his parents suddenly die, Walter is abruptly sent to a mental hospital, where he is mistreated. The hospital experience is a disaster, save for June, another mentally challenged patient, who falls in love with Walter. See Movie Details

Cast & Crew

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Stephen Frears Director Ian McKellen Walter Actor Barbara Jefford Sarah Actor Arthur Whybrow Walter's Father Actor Tony Melody Mr. Hingley Actor David Ryall Mr. Richards Actor Linda Polan Miss Rushden Actor Keith Allen Mike Actor Lesley Clare O'Neill Jean Actor Paula Tilbrook Mrs. Ashby Actor Marjorie Yates Social Worker Actor Jim Broadbent Joseph Actor Kenny Ireland Angus Actor David Cook Screenwriter