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The Best of British Cinema

1987–1993 · 5 seasons

A cosy, nostalgic stroll through classic film clips, genial and informative, like a warm guided tour of cinema history.

Created by
Ashley Sidaway, Robert Sidaway
Genres
Documentary
Starring
John Mills, Anthony Quayle
Overview
Sir John Mills narrates this entertaining compilation. "The Best of British Cinema" takes an insightful look back at some of the finest and most memorable feature films to be produced in major British studios over a period of five decades. All of the major stars are here, from Olivier to Leigh, from Sabu to Robert Donat, along with eminent directors. This series confirms the power, humor and drama of the great British films.

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Created by
Ashley Sidaway, Robert Sidaway
Genres
Documentary
Starring
John Mills, Anthony Quayle
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  • warmstrength 2 of 3
  • earneststrength 2 of 3
  • lightstrength 1 of 3
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measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
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Themes
  • art
  • memory
  • identity
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Era
contemporary
Audience
adult
Form
  • documentary
  • anthology
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  • Language none
  • Violence none
  • Sex none
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Realism9
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Complexity3
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Genres
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Created by
Ashley Sidaway, Robert Sidaway, Lou Jones, Maurice Sellar
Written by
Robert Sidaway, Maurice Sellar, Lou Jones, Ashley Sidaway
Starring
John Mills, Anthony Quayle
Length
5 seasons, 53 episodes
Languages
English

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