Separate Tables (1983)

Cast

• Julie Christie - Mrs. Shankland / Miss Railton-Bell
• Claire Bloom - Miss Cooper
• Alan Bates - John Malcolm / Maj. Pollock
• Irene Worth - Mrs. Railton-Bell
• Sylvia Barter - Lady Matheson
• Bernard Archard - Mr. Fowler
• Liz Smith - Miss Meacham
• Kathy Staff - Mabel
• Brian Deacon - Charles Stratton
• Susannah Fellows - Miss Jean Tanner

Screenplay

• Terence Rattigan (Theatre Play)

Themes

Melancholic Reflections and Sadness, The Suffocating Silence of Loneliness, Melancholy Soul-Searching

Keywords

hotel, sex scandal, based on play or musical, scandal, loneliness, seaside, seaside town, hotel guest

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Separate Tables about?

Two one-act plays explore love and loneliness. In "Table by the Window" an aging fashion model contrives a reunion with her ex-husband, a politician ruined by scandal, and their passion is rekindled. In "Table Number Seven" a meek woman harbors a secret love for a man accused of fraud and sex offenses, forcing her to take a stand for the first time in her life.

Who directed Separate Tables?

Separate Tables was directed by John Schlesinger.

Who stars in Separate Tables?

Separate Tables stars Julie Christie, Claire Bloom, Alan Bates, Irene Worth, Sylvia Barter, Bernard Archard.

How long is Separate Tables?

Separate Tables has a runtime of 1h 52m (112 minutes).

What genre is Separate Tables?

Separate Tables is a Drama, TV Movie film.

Where was Separate Tables produced?

Separate Tables was produced in United States of America.

What are the themes of Separate Tables?

The themes of Separate Tables include: Melancholic Reflections and Sadness, The Suffocating Silence of Loneliness, Melancholy Soul-Searching.