The Last Train Through Harecastle Tunnel

The Last Train Through Harecastle Tunnel

1969 · 76 min · ★ 6.5 · Drama, TV Movie

A young train spotter heads to Staffordshire for a historic journey through a soon to be condemned tunnel. During his trip, he encounters a series of eccentric characters. With his passion for the railways and naïve disposition, Benjamin inadvertently encourages them to reveal their innermost fears and darkest secrets.

Directed by Alan Clarke · Written by Peter Terson

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