Christopher and His Kind (2011)

Name: Christopher and His Kind
Genre: Drama, Romance, TV Movie
Released: 2011
Duration: 90 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Matt Smith, Imogen Poots, Lindsay Duncan, Perry Milward, Toby Jones

1h 30m United Kingdom

Drama Romance TV Movie

Plot

In 1931, aspiring writer Christopher Isherwood arrives in Berlin, lured by the vibrant gay scene and the invitation of his friend W. H. Auden. Amidst the city's chaos, he develops a romance with street sweeper Heinz, offering financial support for the boy's ailing mother. Their relationship faces challenges, particularly from Heinz's brother Gerhardt, a staunch Nazi who disapproves of Christopher's involvement. As Isherwood navigates love and societal tensions, he becomes increasingly aware of the darkening political landscape surrounding him.

Cast

Matt Smith Imogen Poots Lindsay Duncan Perry Milward Toby Jones Pip Carter Alexander Dreymon Faolan Morgan Issy van Randwyck Clare Louise Connolly Maggie Hayes Iddo Goldberg Will Kemp Douglas Booth Gertrude Thoma