Question 1

Which real Bristol locations were used for the bank robberies in Golden Years?

Accepted Answer

The Sodbury bank used the old Bank of England and Norwich Union building in central Bristol. The Henleaze Building Society was filmed on Corn Street, and the cafe used was The Birdcage.

Question 2

What retirement home location was used in the film?

Accepted Answer

The retirement home is the Arnos Manor Hotel in South Bristol, which was also used for the interior scene where the ladies do keep fit.

Question 3

Why is the first bank called Henleaze Building Society?

Accepted Answer

Director and co-writer John Miller has lived all his life in Henleaze, a real Bristol suburb, and named the bank as a tribute to his family.

Question 4

Who appears as the family waiting to use the toilet when Arthur is inside?

Accepted Answer

The director's wife and children play the family waiting to use the toilet when Arthur is in there.

Question 5

What forced retired couple Arthur and Martha Goode into a life of crime?

Accepted Answer

Fate, the pensions crisis, and a refusal to accept the injustice of old age forced the law-abiding couple into a life of crime.

Golden Years

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