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Withnail and I

Probably the finest film ever made. Two overeducated, alcoholic flaneurs attempt to flee London and its narcotic temptations for a short break in the country. As ever, when gentlemen leave the Metropolis, all is disaster.

Also involves food, wine, drugs, buggery and references to "A rebours".