The Ballad of Wallis Isand
7:30 PM Friday, June 06 | The Ellen Theatre
Directed by James Griffiths | Written by Tom Basden & Tim Key
Stars Tom Basden, Carey Mulligan, Tim Key
THE BALLAD OF WALLIS ISLAND follows Charles (Tim Key), an eccentric lottery winner who lives alone on a remote island and dreams of getting his favorite musicians, McGwyer Mortimer (Tom Basden & Carey Mulligan) back together. His fantasy turns into reality when the bandmates and former lovers accept his invitation to play a private show at his home on Wallis Island. Old tensions resurface as Charles tries desperately to salvage his dream gig. Comedy/Drama/Music. 1h 40m. Rated PG13 (Some language and smoking). 97% Rotten Tomatoes.
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