The Optimists of Nine Elms
Meet Sam, the wonder man. He's got madness in his closet, everybody in trouble, the police in circles - and the world in his pocket.
1973 · 1h 50m · PG
Drama
Directed by
Anthony Simmons
Overview
A retired entertainer makes his living as a street musician on the streets of London. Two young children befriend the old musician, brightening his otherwise colorless life
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