When Pigs Fly is a 1993 British-American comedy-drama film directed by Sara Driver. The film was shot on location in northern England and Norfolk, Virginia. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 1994.
The movie's main character is Marty, an aspiring jazz musician who is struggling to make ends meet. He gets by teaching music lessons to people who are not particularly interested in them. Marty's life changes when his girlfriend Sheila gives him a rocking chair that she found in the pub where she works. The chair is haunted by two ghosts, Lilly and Ruthie.
Lilly, who is contemporary, was Frank's wife. Frank is the hot-tempered owner of the Rose of Sharon pub where Sheila works. Lilly was killed by Frank in a fit of rage, which makes things complicated for Marty. The ghosts help Marty find out what happened to Lilly and plot their revenge against Frank.
The film's plot revolves around Marty's relationship with the ghosts and his attempts to find out more about Lilly's death. Along the way, Marty also finds himself drawn to Sheila, who seems to have secrets of her own. As the story unfolds, Marty finds himself caught up in a web of intrigue and danger, with the ghosts as his only allies.
The movie features a strong cast, including Alfred Molina as Marty, Maggie O'Neill as Sheila, and Marianne Faithfull as Lilly. Seymour Cassel also gives a memorable performance as the hot-headed Frank. The film's soundtrack features a mix of jazz, blues, and rock music, which adds to its overall mood and atmosphere.
When Pigs Fly is a quirky, offbeat film that offers a unique take on the ghost story genre. With its blend of humor, drama, and romance, it is a movie that is well worth watching.