The Five Pound Orange

About This Movie

In 'The Five Pound Orange,' you dive into a quirky blend of comedy and drama, with an undercurrent of moral turmoil. The pacing has this interesting ebb and flow – it starts light-hearted, but then it takes a dark turn as Gilbert grapples with his choices, caught between desire and his own ethics. The performances bring a certain gravitas to the humor, making it all the more relatable, especially for those of us who understand that mid-life struggle. The atmosphere is a mix of absurdity and earnestness, with a real tension in Gilbert's dilemmas that makes you think. It’s distinctive in how it tackles the theme of infidelity, without resorting to the typical tropes of the genre.

There isn’t a wealth of information on its initial release, as it was a TV movie that has since faded from mainstream memory, making it a bit of a hidden gem for collectors. The home video formats are quite scarce, with early VHS releases being the most commonly seen, but even those are getting harder to find. Its unique take on adult themes and the darker side of relationships gives it a niche appeal for those interested in how TV films approached such subjects in the 70s.