The Merry Gentlemen: Cinema

Directed by & starring the always interesting Michael Keaton, this somewhat different Christmas offering promises to be unusual material.

Seeking anonymity in Chicago Kate (Kelly Macdonald) is fleeing from an ailing marriage. Avoiding enquiries about her past she keeps herself to herself. Suddenly she meets Frank (Keaton) who carries her tree-a Christmas one naturally- up to her flat. He falls ill & she visits him in Hospital & they strike up a tentative association. Frank has a very chequered background and yet the odd duo find a rapport in their joint plights. With Christmas & New Year on the horizon they dwell on the idea of rebuilding their lives & maybe with each other. However, their mutual stories may not be the best Christmas presents under the tree. Will they want to unwrap them or not?