Flames of Passion (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1989, Flames of Passion is a notable film directed by Richard Kwietniowski.
What it’s about. Set on a steam-shrouded railway station and shot in high-contrast black and white, Richard Kwietniowski's film lovingly twists David Lean's stiff-upper-lipped romance Brief Encounter into a rich and witty contemporary melodrama, with two devilishly handsome young men standing in for Celia Johnson and Trevor Howard.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Flames of Passion has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on BFI Player Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Flames of Passion page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Flames of Passion (1989)?
- In US, Flames of Passion is available to stream on BFI Player Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Flames of Passion worth watching?
- Flames of Passion holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Flames of Passion released?
- Flames of Passion was released in 1989.