High Season

Set on the Greek island of Rhodes, this romantic comedy follows Katherine, an English photographer living abroad with her daughter. The arrival of her former husband, a sculptor commissioned to create a statue for the town square, forces them to confront their shared history. This reunion coincides with a visit from Sharp, an elderly antiquarian and close friend of Katherine who carries an important message. While they navigate their past, a pair of British tourists adds to the chaos as they pursue mistaken romantic interests. Their paths eventually cross in a plot involving a spy, an ancient vase, and the unveiling of the new monument.

Directed by Clare Peploe and co-written with Mark Peploe, the film features a cast including Jacqueline Bisset, James Fox, Irene Papas, Sebastian Shaw, Kenneth Branagh, and Lesley Manville. The production was a collaboration between several companies, including Film4 Productions, British Screen Productions, and Hemdale Film Corporation. Financially, the movie earned 1 million USD at the worldwide box office. Audience reception has been mixed, with the film holding a 5.3 rating on IMDb based on 522 votes and a 5.1 rating on TMDB from 14 votes.