Cider with Rosie
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Cider with Rosie

In 1918, with her husband working in the War office - and subsequently leaving the family - devoted mother Annie Lee takes her step-daughters and her ...own children to live in the idyllic Gloucestershire countryside, the youngest being the sickly Laurie, known as Loll. Here they witness two feuding matrons, Granny Trill and Granny Wallon and shelter a young army deserter hiding in the woods until his capture. At school Loll and his classmates are terrorized by the formidable teacher Crabby until hulking Spadge Hopkins literally puts her in her place. Far more important to Loll's schooldays are the captivating Burdock sisters, Jo and Rosie, and, as he grows into adolescence and beyond, eventually leaving home to seek his fortune, he samples the delights of cider with Rosie. Show More

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who he becomes infatuated with. As time goes on, Loll starts to come of age and experiences the excitement and confusion of adolescence.

Cider with Rosie is a heartwarming and nostalgic coming-of-age film set in 1918. It follows the Lee family as they leave their home in the city to live in the picturesque Gloucestershire countryside. Annie Lee, a devoted mother, takes her step-daughters and her own children to start a new life. Among them is Laurie, the youngest and sickly child known as Loll.

In the countryside, they encounter two feuding grannies and provide shelter to a young army deserter. Loll and his classmates also face the harsh discipline of their intimidating teacher, Crabby, until a fellow classmate stands up to her. However, much of Loll's school days are consumed by his infatuation with the Burdock sisters, two captivating girls who capture his attention.

As Loll grows older, he begins to experience the ups and downs of adolescence. Cider with Rosie beautifully captures the magic and confusion of growing up in a time of change and explores themes of family, love, and the importance of community.

This enchanting film is a delightful blend of drama and nostalgia, transporting viewers back to a bygone era. With its charming characters and picturesque setting, Cider with Rosie will captivate audiences of all ages.