The Bed Sitting Room

The Bed Sitting Room

1969. Great Britain. Directed by Richard Lester. An apocalyptic burlesque that nearly derailed his career, The Bed Sitting Room is Richard Lester at his most absurdist. The film’s anarchical spirit, acidic wit, and irrepressible ensemble cast, led by co-playwright Spike Milligan, make the innocent charms of Lester’s A Hard Day’s Night seem almost quaint by comparison. 90 min.