Coming Up Roses Ending Explained: An award-winning comedy set in a depressed town in the South Wales Valleys. Directed by Stephen Bayly, this 1987 comedy film stars Dafydd Hywel (Trevor), alongside Iola Gregory as Mona, Olive Michael as Gwen, Mari Emlyn as June. With a 6.7/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.

What Happens at the End of Coming Up Roses?

An award-winning comedy set in a depressed town in the South Wales Valleys. When the local cinema is closed down, the former projectionist, plagued by money problems, devises an ingenious plan to make money.

Stephen Bayly's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Dafydd Hywel (Trevor)'s journey. When the local cinema is closed down, the former projectionist, plagued by money problems, devises an ingenious plan to make money.

How Does Dafydd Hywel (Trevor)'s Story End?

  • Dafydd Hywel: Dafydd Hywel's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
  • Iola Gregory (Mona): Iola Gregory's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
  • Olive Michael (Gwen): Olive Michael's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Coming Up Roses Mean?

Coming Up Roses's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Dafydd Hywel may feel rushed. Stephen Bayly's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.