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Crystal Gazing (1982): cast, story & where to watch

1982 · Film

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Released in 1982, Crystal Gazing is a drama film directed by Laura Mulvey, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. Experimental drama set in London during the Thatcher administration involving four characters: Neil, a science-fiction illustrator, who is accidentally killed in Mexico City; Kim, a woman rock musician; Vermilion, an analyst of satellite photography; and Julian, an old friend of the illustrator who has just finished his Ph.D thesis on the fairy-tales of Charles Perrault. Their four lives are closely interlinked as events happen to each of them.

Who’s in it. Crystal Gazing stars Lora Logic as Kim, Gavin Richards as Neil Holt, Mary Maddox as Vermilion and Chuck Hayward as Band Member (as Charles Hayward), among others.

Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel and BFI Player Apple TV Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Crystal Gazing page.

If you liked it. Fans of Crystal Gazing tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Crystal Gazing (1982)?
In GB, Crystal Gazing is available to stream on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel and BFI Player Apple TV Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Who stars in Crystal Gazing?
Crystal Gazing stars Lora Logic, Gavin Richards, Mary Maddox, Chuck Hayward and Jeff Rawle.
When was Crystal Gazing released?
Crystal Gazing was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.