The Chain (1984)

by Mark Murton

Directed by: Jack Gold

Synopsis: An underrated comedy gem from the pen of Jack Rosenthal featuring interweaving stories of seven households caught up in a property chain on moving day, each one dependent on the other.

Kitty Cameo: Part of the chain are a family from Holland Park who are leaving their home with the last of their belongings. These include a fluffy white cat in a wicker cat basket being carried by the daughter, Rosemary (Charlotte Long).

The Chain - Rosemary Charlotte Long carrying wicker basket holding longhair white cat Lady Diana
The Chain - Rosemary Charlotte Long carrying wicker basket holding longhair white cat Lady Diana to car

As her mother (Judy Parfitt) follows her down the steps, Rosemary carries the cat around the back of the car to the passenger seat, only to be told by oher mother that “Lady Diana” (the cat) can’t possibly ride in her brand new Daimler and she and the kitty will have to follow behind in her father’s car.

The Chain - Rosemary Charlotte Long holding wicker basket with longhair white cat Lady Diana on top of car
The Chain - Rosemary Charlotte Long carrying wicker basket holding longhair white cat Lady Diana to cat opposite Judy Parfitt animated gif

Final Mewsings: Cats deserve to ride in style, too.

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