Cast: Sybil Thorndike

Direction Michael Powell · Emeric Pressburger

Cast Jennifer Jones · David Farrar · Cyril Cusack · Sybil Thorndike

Synopsis Gone to Earth (1950) follows the life of Hazel Woodus (Jennifer Jones), a young woman deeply connected to the natural world in the rural landscapes of Shropshire during the late 19th century. Her affinity for wild animals surpasses her relationships...

Direction Alfred Hitchcock

Cast Marlene Dietrich · Jane Wyman · Michael Wilding · Richard Todd

Synopsis Stage Fright (1950) follows the journey of a young, aspiring actress who becomes entangled in a web of deceit and danger. When her friend is wrongfully accused of killing the spouse of a prominent performer, she steps in to assist...

Direction Alberto Cavalcanti

Cast Cedric Hardwicke · Derek Bond · Stanley Holloway · Alfred Drayton

Direction Michael Anderson

Cast James Cagney · Don Murray · Dana Wynter · Glynis Johns

Synopsis Shake Hands with the Devil (1959) is set in the tumultuous year of 1921 in Dublin, where the Irish Republican Army (IRA) is locked in a fierce struggle against the "Black & Tans," a notorious British paramilitary force known for...

Direction Laurence Olivier

Cast Laurence Olivier · Marilyn Monroe · Sybil Thorndike · Richard Wattis

Synopsis The Prince and the Showgirl (1957) follows the story of Grand Duke Charles, the prince-regent of Carpatha, a fictional Balkan nation with significant geopolitical influence. During his visit to London for the 1911 coronation of the new British monarch, Charles...

Direction Michael Powell · Emeric Pressburger · Rouben Mamoulian

Cast Jennifer Jones · David Farrar · Cyril Cusack · Sybil Thorndike

Synopsis The Wild Heart (1952) is a reworked version of the 1950 film "Gone to Earth," following a dispute and legal battle between director Michael Powell and producer David O. Selznick. Selznick's modifications include the addition of an introductory prologue, supplementary...

Direction Jean Negulesco

Cast Dana Andrews · Maureen O'Hara · Sybil Thorndike · Fay Compton

Synopsis Britannia Mews (1949) follows the tale of a wealthy woman in the Victorian era who defies societal norms by marrying an impoverished artist. Their union, however, is soon threatened by a sinister blackmail scheme that puts their happiness and security...

Direction Gabriel Pascal · David Lean · Harold French

Cast Wendy Hiller · Rex Harrison · Robert Morley · Robert Newton

Synopsis Major Barbara (1941) is a film that was shot in London during the Blitz in 1941, overcoming a challenging production process to achieve significant success for both George Bernard Shaw and producer-director Gabriel Pascal. Wendy Hiller, known for her role...

Direction Richard Fleischer · Elmo Williams

Cast Stephen Boyd · Juliette Greco · David Wayne · Gregory Ratoff

Direction Victor Saville

Cast Belle Chrystall · John Stuart · Norman McKinnel · Mary Clare

Direction Ned Sherrin

Cast Anthony Hopkins · Gordon Jackson · Arthur Lowe · Vivian Pickles

Synopsis The Great Inimitable Mr. Dickens (TV) (1970) delves into the compelling narrative of Charles Dickens' existence, offering a comprehensive look at the renowned author's journey. This television production explores the highs and lows of Dickens' personal and professional life, showcasing...

Direction Herbert Wilcox

Cast Sybil Thorndike · Ada Bodart · Gordon Craig · Marie Ault

Synopsis Dawn (1928) follows the gripping tale of a dedicated nurse who embarks on a perilous mission to aid 210 men in escaping to England. As the Germans close in, the nurse's bravery and resourcefulness are put to the ultimate test,...

Direction Robert Stevenson

Cast Cedric Hardwicke · John Mills · Felix Aylmer · Leslie Perrins

Synopsis Tudor Rose (1936) presents a compelling narrative of Lady Jane Grey's fleeting existence, chronicling her coerced marriage, which she valiantly opposed, her ephemeral rule as England's queen, and her eventual, tragic execution. The cinematic portrayal depicts her as a naive...

Direction Herbert Wilcox

Cast Anna Neagle · Michael Wilding · Gladys Young · Felix Aylmer

Synopsis The Lady with a Lamp (1951) is a gripping historical drama inspired by Reginald Berkeley's stage play, chronicling the life of Florence Nightingale (portrayed by Anna Neagle), a young Englishwoman from the 19th century who was famously dedicated to nursing....

Direction Cyril Frankel

Cast Sybil Thorndike · Kathleen Harrison · Estelle Winwood · Stanley Holloway

Synopsis Alive and Kicking (1959) follows the escapades of three senior women who grow weary of their residence in a retirement home. Upon learning of their impending separation, they embark on a daring adventure to reclaim their independence. The trio flees...

Direction Anthony Kimmins

Cast Sybil Thorndike · Chips Rafferty · Keith Calvert · Bruce Archer

Direction Stuart Burge

Cast Michael Redgrave · Max Adrian · Lewis Casson · Rosemary Harris

Direction Lewis Milestone

Cast Patrice Munsel · Robert Morley · John McCallum · John Justin

Synopsis Melba (1953) presents a highly imaginative narrative centered around Nellie Melba, an Australian soprano who achieved global operatic renown in the late 19th century. The film is notable for the dessert and a type of dry toast that bear her...