Cast: Bill Fraser

Direction Joseph L. Mankiewicz

Cast Humphrey Bogart · Ava Gardner · Edmond O'Brien · Marius Goring

Synopsis The Barefoot Contessa (1954) follows the life of Maria Vargas, whose funeral brings together a group of individuals who share their memories of her and the profound influence she had on their lives. Harry Dawes, a struggling writer and director,...

Direction George Cukor

Cast Katharine Hepburn · Ian Saynor · Bill Fraser · Patricia Hayes

Synopsis The Corn Is Green (1979) follows the journey of a resolute educator who is committed to bringing education to the underprivileged and uneducated youngsters of a destitute Welsh hamlet. Throughout her mission, she uncovers a pupil who she believes possesses...

Direction Ted Tetzlaff

Cast Glenn Ford · Anne Vernon · Maurice Denham · Harcourt Williams

Synopsis Time Bomb (1953) follows a tense narrative where a terrorist has planted an explosive on a train carrying sea mines to Portsmouth. The train halts near a small town, intensifying the crisis. In a race against time, local authorities urgently...

Direction Lewis Allen

Cast Lana Turner · Barry Sullivan · Glynis Johns · Sean Connery

Synopsis Another Time, Another Place (1958) follows Sean Connery, in one of his initial prominent roles, as a BBC news correspondent during World War II. He finds himself in a complex emotional struggle between two women: Lana Turner, portraying a captivating...

Direction Roman Polanski

Cast Walter Matthau · Cris Campion · Damien Thomas · Ferdy Mayne

Synopsis Pirates (1986) follows the thrilling adventures of Captain Red, who commands a robust pirate vessel with the help of Frog, a skilled and charming French sailor. The narrative takes an exciting turn when Captain Red is seized and brought onto...

Direction Anthony Kimmins

Cast Alec Guinness · Yvonne De Carlo · Celia Johnson · Charles Goldner

Synopsis The Captain's Paradise (1953) follows the life of Mediterranean ferryboat captain Henry St. James, who has meticulously organized his life with two loving partners in two different cities. In Gibraltar, he has a devoted and quintessentially English wife, Maud. Meanwhile,...

Direction James Hill

Cast Robert Ryan · Chuck Connors · Nanette Newman · Luciana Paluzzi

Synopsis Captain Nemo and the Underwater City (1969) follows a group of individuals who narrowly escape a sinking vessel, only to be saved by the enigmatic Captain Nemo and his submarine team. Their rescue, however, leads them to an extraordinary underwater...

Direction Basil Dearden

Cast Cliff Robertson · Jack Hawkins · Marisa Mell · Michel Piccoli

Synopsis Masquerade (1965) follows the thrilling tale of a daring mission orchestrated by the British, who enlist the help of an American and a decorated war hero. Their objective is to abduct and conceal a prince from an oil-rich nation. The...

Direction James MacTaggart

Cast Warren Mitchell · Pat Heywood · Elaine Taylor · Kenneth Cranham

Synopsis All the Way Up (1970) follows the story of Fred Midway, portrayed by Warren Mitchell, a character who, despite his limited intellectual prowess, possesses an abundance of ambition. In his quest for a promotion as a salesman, Fred realizes that...

Direction David Paltenghi

Cast Brian Reece · Margot Grahame · Raymond Huntley · Sid James

Synopsis Orders Are Orders (1955) follows the comedic misadventures that ensue when a film production company seeks to utilize an Army barracks as the setting for their upcoming science-fiction movie, with the soldiers serving as the cast. The Commander, however, is...

Direction Peter Crane

Cast Keith Michell · Angharad Rees · Bill Fraser · Keith Bell

Synopsis Moments (1974) follows the story of a middle-aged man grappling with depression as he returns to a seaside resort where he spent many happy childhood vacations. During his stay, he crosses paths with a vibrant and carefree young woman who...

Direction Tony Palmer

Cast Robert Stephens · Virginia McKenna · Judith Howarth · Robert Urquhart

Synopsis Puccini (TV) (1984) delves into the tumultuous life of the renowned Italian composer Giacomo Puccini, who finds himself embroiled in a scandalous affair with his maid. The ensuing controversy jeopardizes not only his personal life but also his illustrious career....

Direction Maurice Elvey

Cast Adrienne Corri · Thorley Walters · Lisa Gastoni · Richard Wattis

Synopsis Second Fiddle (1957) follows the story of Deborah and Charles, a devoted couple working as executives at the prestigious Pontifex Advertising Agency. Deborah is celebrated for her exceptional talent in television advertising, while Charles is known for his reliability and...

Direction Eric Sykes

Cast Eric Sykes · Jimmy Edwards · Bob Todd · Charlie Drake

Synopsis Rhubarb Rhubarb (1980) follows the escapades of a police inspector and a vicar who decide to take a break from their duties to enjoy a round of golf at the prestigious Royal Rhubarb Golf Club. The inspector, however, has a...

Direction Sam Newfield

Cast Cesar Romero · Lois Maxwell · Bernadette O'Farrell · Geoffrey Keen

Synopsis Lady in the Fog (1952) follows the story of a British woman who enlists the aid of an American private investigator, who is temporarily in London, to assist her in tracking down the person responsible for her brother's murder.

Direction Albert Parker

Cast Barry Jones · Jessica Tandy · Evelyn Ankers · Donald Gray

Synopsis Murder in the Family (1938) revolves around the aftermath of a tragic event where a prosperous woman meets her untimely end. The ensuing investigation casts a shadow of doubt over her entire extended family, as each member becomes a potential...

Direction Peter Sasdy

Cast Gian Sammarco · Julie Walters · Stephen Moore · Beryl Reid

Synopsis The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13 3/4 (TV Series) (1985) is a British television series that aired from 1985 to 1987, spanning two seasons and twelve episodes. The show follows the life of Adrian Mole, a 13-year-old boy...

Direction David MacDonald

Cast Betta St. John · Alexander Knox · Christopher Lee · Sandra Dorne

Synopsis Alias John Preston (1955) follows the story of a prosperous individual who arrives in the quaint town of Deanbridge. He begins to invest in local enterprises and actively participates in community activities. Along the way, he encounters Sally, a local...

Direction Alan Tarrant · Duncan Wood

Cast Tony Hancock · Sid James · Johnny Vyvyan · Alec Bregonzi

Synopsis Hancock's Half Hour (TV Series) (1956) is a television adaptation of the beloved BBC radio program, featuring Tony Hancock as a self-proclaimed sophisticated man navigating the complexities of modern life. Sid James plays a pivotal role, often grounding Hancock with...

Direction John Black

Cast Elisabeth Sladen · John Leeson · Bill Fraser · Ian Sears

Synopsis K-9 and Company: A Girl's Best Friend (TV) (1981) follows the adventures of Sarah Jane Smith, who has moved on from her travels with The Doctor and is now a dedicated investigative journalist. As the holiday season approaches, Sarah visits...