Ramp Ahead

About This Movie

Ramp Ahead is an interesting piece from 1980, capturing the flamboyant life of Patrick Dench, a barrister who embodies the '70s excess. The pacing is a bit uneven, reflecting perhaps the era's experimental storytelling vibes. You have this brash character who treats women as conquests, and it dives into some pretty complex themes around masculinity and respect, or the lack thereof. The performances are strong, especially Dench’s, who really leans into the loudmouth persona. It’s a TV movie, so don’t expect too many practical effects or flashy production values, but it does have a certain charm and candidness that's hard to find nowadays. It's worth a watch for those who appreciate character-driven narratives, even if it sometimes plays into tired tropes.

Interesting character study of masculinity.Pacing is uneven but has its charm.The performance of Patrick Dench is notable.