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3. Fruit machine is a British term, referring to a slot machine. Fruit machine may also refer to:. An analog computer used with the Chain Home radar system during World War II; Fruit machine (homosexuality test), a device developed in Canada that could purportedly identify homosexual people 'Fruit Machine' (song), a 2007 single by the Ting Tings The Fruit Machine.

The Fruit Machine (known as Wonderland in the United States) is a 1988 British film thriller starring Tony Forsyth, Emile Charles, Bruce Payne and Robbie Coltrane in the role of 'Annabelle.' The film, which was directed by BAFTA-winner Philip Saville, is about two gay teen friends who are running from an underworld assassin and the police.^[1] It was produced by UK TV company Granada Productions. The film showcases the rising careers of actors Coltrane and Payne, as well as a future Academy Award winner, composer Hans Zimmer, who wrote the soundtrack.

The film uses a combination of adventure, buddy film, road movie and 1980s filmmaking to address a number of social issues that were pertinent to the times. Since its release, it has developed a cult following primarily due to its straightforward portrayal of British gay youth.

Plot[edit]

Eddie and Michael are two 16-year-old best friends on the brink of adulthood. They are both gay, but hold diametrically opposed outlooks on life. Eddie likes watching old films on video with his mother. Michael likes video games and the street. They are total opposites that argue like an old married couple. Leaving behind the grim, oppressive reality of Liverpool (in the 1980s unemployment rates in Liverpool were amongst the highest in the UK), they stumble into the bizarre fantasy world of a gay transvestite nightclub called The Fruit Machine, run by 'Annabelle'. There, they witness a brutal gangland murder by Echo that transforms their thirst for adventure into a run for their lives. Alone and afraid, yet hopeful, they wind up in Brighton with Vincent and Eve at Wonderland, where their path is strewn with manipulation, deceit and murder.

Cast[edit]

• Emile Charles - Eddie
• Tony Forsyth - Michael
• Robert Stephens - Vincent
• Robbie Coltrane - 'Annabelle'
• Clare Higgins - Eve
• Bruce Payne - Echo
• Carsten Norgaard - Dolphin Man
• Kim Christie - Jean
• Louis Emerick - Billy
• Julie Graham - Hazel
• Forbes Collins - John Schlesinger

Production[edit]

Writing[edit]

The film's screenwriter, Frank Clarke, has stated that 'Echo the murderer signifies HIV/AIDS, and the dolphinarium is the sanctuary from it'.^[2]

Casting[edit]

The younger brother of actor Craig Charles, Emile Charles plays the role of Eddie.

Filming[edit]

The film was shot on location in Liverpool, Brighton and London. Filming began in October 1987.^[3] Included were interior and main entrance scenes at the Britannia Adelphi Hotel, Liverpool. Flamingo Land in Kirby Misperton, North Yorkshire was used for the fun park known as Wonderland.

Music[edit]

The soundtrack was written by then newcomer Hans Zimmer. A soundtrack has never officially been released; however a 20-minute piece entitled The Fruit Machine Suite appears on the album HANS ZIMMER: The British Years, a sampling of the composer's earlier film work.

The disco dance sequence used music from both Divine, a drag queen who had released several singles in the UK charts in the 1980s, and Man 2 Man, using their hit 'Male Stripper'. The film's title song was produced by Stock, Aitken & Waterman and sung by Paul Lekakis.^[4]

Home media[edit]

The film has had two DVD releases. In the UK on 16 July 2007 and on 9 April 2009, the German-based Pro-Fun Media released a region free digitally remastered edition in Anamorphic widescreen (1.66:1), including booklet and trailer. A North American Region 1 DVD version never materialised, only the original VHS titled Wonderland.

Reception[edit]

A reviewer for London's Time Out magazine stated that 'Saville films Frank Clarke's script in a mishmash of styles, and the pace sometimes flags' but nonetheless that 'it's as camp as Christmas, and if it rarely hits the jackpot, playing along with it is wildly enjoyable'.^[1] Another reviewer stated that the film is 'a hotch-potch of ideas woven together - making a mountainous and chronically unbelievable mess'.^[5] David Hall stated that the film 'is a bit of a mix' but that 'the parts that shine however are quite beautiful, as too is the lush score by noted composer Hans Zimmer'.^[6] A reviewer for Screen International stated that the film 'is so bursting with ideas and operates on so many levels, that some of them are inevitably unsatisfying'.^[7] A reviewer for Variety stated that 'hesitating between love story and thriller, satire and ecological militancy, the film wavers in between and never fully commits itself'.^[8] David Kehr stated that 'Saville's choices are consistently shameless, the film finally insufferable'.^[9] Hal Hinson complained that elements of the film did not add up and that writer Clarke took an 'overprecious view of Eddie's sexuality'.^[10]

References[edit]

1. ^ ^ab'The Fruit Machine'. Time Out. London. Retrieved 31 August 2011.
2. ^Catherine Jones. 'Liverpool screenwriter Frank Clarke recalls the creation of his 1988 movie The Fruit Machine'. Liverpool Echo.
3. ^'Ideal scores on Fruit Machine'. Screen International (620 ed.). 3 October 1987. p. 2.
4. ^'Paul Lekakis'. JOYful Days. 29 January 2016. Retrieved 3 May 2020.
5. ^'Fruit Machine (The)'. cgiii.com. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
6. ^Hall, David. 'The Fruit Machine / aka: Wonderland - US'. gaycelluloid.com. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
7. ^'The Fruit Machine'. Screen International (675 ed.). 22 October 1988. p. 377.
8. ^'The Fruit Machine'. Variety (331(6) ed.). 1 June 1988. p. 12.
9. ^Kehr, David (4 November 1988). 'Wonderland'. Chicago Tribune.
10. ^Hinson, Hal (3 June 1989). 'Allies in 'Wonderland''. The Washington Post.

External links[edit]

• The Fruit Machine (1988) at IMDb

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Fruit slots are easy to play regardless if they are classic slots, video slots or penny slots. You can play free slots in any online casino in demo mode, so you can try out all of the fruit slots for free. Most of the classic fruit slots don’t have any bonus rounds or free spins bonuses, but this may be an option on some of the new fruit slots.

The process of playing is virtually the same as if you played a classic or a video slot. Just select the size of your bet and a level, if offered. Most free online fruit machines will have an Autoplay button, so if you feel lazy for the day, this is your chance to spin the reels automatically.

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Are online fruit machines old-fashioned? There’s a short answer to this question – yes! Fruit slot machines have a long history, particularly in the UK, where most people still use the term to refer to all slot machines, particularly real-life ones. The longer answer is better – yes and no.

There’s no reason why an online slot that uses fruits as its basic symbol can’t offer fantastic gameplay and super-complex bonus games. And there’s nothing wrong with sticking to the classic virtues of slots machines and pick a fruit machine for its simple gameplay and a familiar feeling.

There’s a lot to be said for simplicity. While the games now on offer have the capability to be very complex, sometimes what you want is a simple click-and-spin game with little in the way of bonus features. If that’s the case, a fruit machine might be for you.

Most come in the now-classic 5-reel format, but you can still find 3-reel games out there if you look around. Set your stake, click autoplay and you can easily enjoy an enjoyable, profitable session of low-hassle gaming.

It’s worth noting that the old-fashioned gameplay can run to limiting what bonus features there are to players who stake the top possible bet, so read the rules and click “max bet” if you need to.

If a good theoretical return to player (RTP) is old-fashioned then take us back in time! Because they don’t have all the bells and whistles that younger players love online fruit games have to stand out in other ways, and brilliant value for players is one thing that traditional players and newbies can value.

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There’s a lot to be said for a machine that’s easy to learn too. Once you’ve got your fruits in an order you should know what to look out for, without having to worry about knowing the third symbol in the Egyptian horoscope.

When you pick a fruit machine to play you’ve still got a lot of choices. All the big studios have a version for you to try so you can get the game that suits you as you play the field from Quickspin’s Retro Reels to NetEnt’s Mega Joker. For something weird and wonderful try Thunderkick’s excellent Fruit Warp to see why the Scandi design magicians are so highly rated.

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Although modern video slots have surpassed the classic fruit machines in terms of features and graphics effects, these simple casino games still hold on to their charm and popularity. As you’re playing free fruit slots, you ought to keep in mind that there aren’t as many pay lines as you might expect, and usually no Wild symbol to save your spin. Here are some tips to play fruit machines online.

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1. Bet the Maximum Number of Coins
   Due to the lack of contemporary special features like free spins rounds and pick-me bonuses, classic fruit slots usually offer bonus awards for betting maximum coins. So, if you don’t want to miss them, step up and bet the max.
2. Know the Payouts
   Seeing classic symbols like classic symbols such as BARs, lemons, plums, cherries and bells is a rewarding experience already, but you should pay attention to how much each of them pays out for a winning combination. One of the symbols could easily be the jackpot symbol and offer the biggest payout for three-in-a-row.
3. Play the Machine Regularly
   With a fair amount of persistence, a fruit machine player can go a long way. Take every chance you can get to play, but don’t go over your head with the winnings. Better quit while ahead, or at least take a break after a solid win.
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   Best fruits slots often have a high RTP rate, ranging from 96% to 98%. Mega Joker (NetEnt), Retro Reels (Quickspin), Classic Fruit (1×2 Gaming) and Fruit Warp (Thunderkick) are some of the higher paying fruit machines on the market.
5. Manage Your Budget
   Before you start considering your betting options, make sure you’ve got your budget planned. Don’t play out of your league and don’t chase any losses. As long as you keep spinning within your budget, you’ll make the most out of any fruit slot.

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Every provider in the online gambling industry today has at least one or several fruit slots in their offer. Still, from all of the fruit slots available online and in land-based casinos, one game stands out. We’re talking about the Sizzling Hot slot from Novomatic. This is a simple 5 pay line slot without any bonus features, but it’s the most played online fruit slot ever. The game has the classic fruit symbols like melons, grapes, cherries, lemons, oranges and plums. The highest paying symbols in the game are the sevens, followed by the stars.

Play N Go has a fruit slot by the name of Fruit Bonanza. This is also a jackpot game with a progressive jackpot attached. From Microgaming, there are a few fruit slots and the most popular are Fruit VS Candy, Fruit Fiesta and Fruit Slots.

Net Entertainment also has a few fruity slots on offer. The most popular titles from this provider are Fruit Shop and Fruit Case. If you’re into slots like this you need to give these games a try. Lastly, just in case you would like to try an innovative fruit slot game with no reels at all, Fruit Warp with its 97% RTP rate from Thunderkick is for you.