Consuming Passions (1988)

8.3/10 98 min Comedy

Overview

Adapted from a play written by two Monty Python vets, this toothy satire launches with a tragic accident at Chumley's chocolate factory when hapless manager Ian Littleton accidentally knocks several employees into a huge chocolate vat. The tragic mishap at the chocolate factory results in candy lovers getting an unexpected 'extra' in their sweets.

Cast

Tyler Butterworth

Ian Littleton

Vanessa Redgrave

Mrs. Garza

Jonathan Pryce

Mr. Farris

Sammi Davis

Felicity

Freddie Jones

Graham Chumley

Prunella Scales

Ethel

Thora Hird

Mrs. Gordon

Bryan Pringle

William Rushton

Linda Lusardi

Andrew Sachs

Jason

Timothy West

Dr. Rees

Patrick Newell

Lester

Mary Healey

Mrs. Eggleston

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