
1947 in a small town in England. The war has been over for two years, but there's still rationing of meat. When Princess Elizabeth is going to marry, a group of businessmen wants to impress (or probably bribe) the local government by giving a big party. They want to slaughter an illegally raised pig for this event. Unfortunately, someone steals the pig.... (Full plot summary below)
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1947 in a small town in England. The war has been over for two years, but there's still rationing of meat. When Princess Elizabeth is going to marry, a group of businessmen wants to impress (or probably bribe) the local government by giving a big party. They want to slaughter an illegally raised pig for this event. Unfortunately, someone steals the pig.
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| Washington PostPaul Attanasio"A Private Function" is an amusing farce in the tradition of old Ealing studio comedies like "The Lavender Hill Mob," and like those movies, it never quite ignites. |
| Three Movie BuffsScott NashA gentle and amusing, very English comedy. |
| Movie MetropolisJames PlathEntertains, but never dazzles or impresses us with its script, performances, or even production design. |
| User ReviewDiego SA very funny film. If you like Brit humour, you will like this one. |
| User ReviewSteven DWith a scrip by Alan Bennet & with the cast it has this film can't really fail. A wry observation of post war social mores in a middle class northern town, a gem of a film |
| User ReviewPtolemy HOne of my favorite comedies ever, this is the driest of the dry comedic drinks the Brits have to offer. Both sophisticated and lewd, a bit clumsy and slow, and odd and shocking, this is great fun. It is the antithesis of "Babe." |
| User ReviewAli TNever mind Shakespeare. Maggie Smith best line ever: 'Gilbert, he's off his paper.....' |
| User ReviewPrivate UNo Pig! I could watch this film over and over. Maggie Smith and Liz Smith are particularly good among a fantastic cast. It is quite hilarious! |
| User ReviewDavid SPig - no pig! Liz Smith makes me cry every time hehe ;o) |
| User ReviewHans OAbsolutely hilarious--and sweet. Podiatry and World War Two food-rationing: such a natural combination. A gem. |