Comfort and Joy (1984)

Name: Comfort and Joy
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1984
Duration: 106 min
Rating: 6.5
Cast: Bill Paterson, Eleanor David, Clare Grogan, Alex Norton, Patrick Malahide

1h 46m United Kingdom

Comedy

Plot

Alan 'Dickie' Bird, a radio DJ, becomes an unwitting observer as a fierce rivalry between two Italian families escalates, resulting in the violent demolition of an ice cream van. Drawn into their bitter conflict, Dickie navigates the chaotic world of Glasgow's ice cream industry, uncovering the absurd lengths to which the families will go to dominate the market. Amidst the chaos, he finds himself entangled in their antics, leading to a humorous exploration of ambition, loyalty, and the sweet taste of competition.

Cast

Bill Paterson Eleanor David Clare Grogan Alex Norton Patrick Malahide Roberto Bernardi Rikki Fulton George Rossi Peter Rossi Billy McElhaney Iain McColl Billy Johnstone Gilly Gilchrist Caroline Guthrie Oona McCracken