An excellent example of war-time propaganda film-making, combining documentary with scripted performances. Depicts a Germany under the grip of mass-hysteria led by Hitler, in contrast to the rural peace of England and the dignity of its inhabitants.
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Jack Denton's grandfather Harry comes out of prison. He is soon up to his old tricks: embarrassment and chaos follow.
A gang of hardboiled rogues exchange their London gear for the rough brown robes of a religious order. Make no mistake, they are not undergoing a change of heart, just hiding out until the heat cools off a little and they can return to their nefarious activities in the big city!
Captain Dandy Forsdyke, phoney man-about-town and flourishing jewel thief, drives his girlfriend mad. Dandy cannot prevent himself from lifting such tempting objects as stray diamond rings and bulging wallets which are not at that moment being used.
John Clarke, an uninspiring sort of fellow, works in a bank and one day boards a bus on his way home, foolishly 'forgetting' to pay his fare. He is caught by an inspector, but instead of owning up to it, gives the name and address of one of the bank clients, John Stockman. But in doing so he sets in motion a violent chain of events involving blackmail, robbery and ultimate death.
Earnings from a diamond-robbery, Clifton to hire first-rate specialists for the hold-up of all time. They will rob the night postal train that carries millions in old banknotes. Everything goes to plan until the very last moment when a series of unforeseen events conspire against them and the police manage to capture the gang. Clifton however tries to escape the country using a counterfeit identity...
Young Jennie Jones leaves her quiet, dull home in Wales to seek a glamorous life in 1960s London. But knowing what she wants from life itself and how to get it does not turn out quite as she expects. Starring Janet Munro and John Stride.
Gritty thriller which pits two friends - one a policeman and one a criminal - against each other in this examination of the relationship between players on both sides of the law. With compelling performances from Martin Potter and Nicky Henson.
An actor attempts to win back his former mistress by putting stress on her husband - poisoning the family dog, farm animals at their country place, simulating a robbery attempt
When a teenaged student disappears, her teacher is suspected of killing her.
The powerful story of a young woman who falls madly in love with an impoverished pianist, only to find that he is involved with a rich socialite who in turn ignores and encourages him until, in desperation, he commits suicide.
Romantic comedy starring Stanley Baxter and Julie Christie.
Major Lawrence is on leave in London. Idly wandering into an art gallery, he is struck by the beauty of a young girl in a painting. At his side is another surprised visitor who excitedly declares that the picture is of his daughter.
In this oscar winning performace, Charles Laughton plays Henry VIII.
This comedy centres on the aging butler to a poor country squire. A BBC producer wants to feature the butler and squire, on his radio program. A wheeler-dealer tries to buy the squires land for less than it is worth.
When Norman Shields lands a job at the Tinmouth Times, he creates complete havoc, particularly when reporting on the local beauty contest! Starring Norman Wisdom, playing four different characters, and featuring Angela Brown and Derek Bond.
Ned is on the verge of committing suicide. When a criminal offers him a false identity Ned accepts and pretends to be the head of a criminal organisation. He realises there is a dark side to the syndicate when a young man kills himself.
Comedy spy film starring Richard Johnson and Daliah Lavi.
A man who witnesses a murder through the windows of a passing train tries to track down the killer.
A middle aged provincial actor finds fame and some fortune when in desperation he manages to land himself the main role in a deodorant commercial. A satirical comedy.
‘Lucky Ryland’ is the captain of the ‘Bulinga’ ship. He secures a contract to transport a cargo of pedigree bulls from South America to England which must be done in record time.
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