The Optimists of Nine Elms

The Optimists of Nine Elms

6.7IMDb Score
Released:1973-10-17
Genre:Drama
Duration:110 min
Director:Anthony Simmons
Actors:Peter Sellers, Donna Mullane, John Chaffey, Marjorie Yates, David Daker
Production:Paramount Pictures, Cheetah Vision, Sagittarius Productions, West One Film Productions

Overview:

A retired entertainer makes his living as a street musician on the streets of London. Two young children befriend the old musician, brightening his otherwise colorless life

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