Cast: Sian Phillips

Direction Herbert Wise

Cast Derek Jacobi · Sian Phillips · John Hurt · George Baker

Synopsis I, Claudius (TV Miniseries) (1976) is a 13-episode adaptation of Robert Graves' novel, detailing the extraordinary journey of Claudius (Derek Jacobi), a man who, despite physical challenges including a deformed leg and a speech impediment, ascends to the throne of...

Direction Peter Glenville

Cast Richard Burton · Peter O'Toole · John Gielgud · Donald Wolfit

Synopsis Becket (1964) is a historical drama that delves into the complex relationship between King Henry II of England and the Church. When the Archbishop of Canterbury passes away, Henry II seizes the opportunity to appoint a more malleable figure to...

Direction John Irvin

Cast Alec Guinness · Ian Richardson · Michael Jayston · Ian Bannen

Synopsis Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy (TV Miniseries) (1979) follows the story of George Smiley, who has been enjoying retirement for about a year when an unexpected visitor from his past, a former colleague from British Intelligence, appears at his doorstep. Smiley...

Direction Simon Langton

Cast Alec Guinness · Eileen Atkins · Bernard Hepton · Bill Paterson

Synopsis Smiley’s People (TV Miniseries) (1982) follows the story of George Smiley, who is summoned from his peaceful retirement to uncover a mole within the intelligence agency where he was once a highly valued asset. The unassuming and meticulous master of...

Direction Martin Scorsese

Cast Michelle Pfeiffer · Daniel Day-Lewis · Winona Ryder · Richard E. Grant

Synopsis The Age of Innocence (1993) unfolds in the opulent setting of 1870s New York, where Martin Scorsese's film delves into the oppressive nature of tradition and familial legacy, as well as the devastating outcomes of defying society's unspoken codes. Newland...

Direction Ashley Pearce

Cast David Suchet · Joe Absolom · Simon Molloy · Richard Hope

Synopsis Agatha Christie's Poirot - Mrs McGinty's Dead (TV) (2008) follows the renowned detective Hercule Poirot as he delves into the mysterious death of a local cleaning woman in a quaint village. With only a couple of photographs as his initial...

Direction Don Leaver · Peter Sasdy · Francis Megahy · Tom Clegg

Cast Nicholas Bal · Christopher Cazenove · Peter Cushing · Barbara Kellerman

Synopsis Hammer House of Horror (TV Series) (1980) is a British anthology series crafted by the renowned producers of horror cinema in England. The show delves into a variety of chilling narratives, featuring haunted mansions, malevolent demons, spectral apparitions, and other...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Peter O'Toole · Petula Clark · Michael Redgrave · Alison Leggatt

Synopsis Goodbye, Mr. Chips (1969) is a vibrant musical adaptation of the classic James Hilton novel. The story revolves around Peter O'Toole as Chips, a reserved professor who finds unexpected romance with a vivacious musical-comedy actress, portrayed by Petula Clark. The...

Direction Michael Keillor

Cast Tom Burke · Holliday Grainger · Kerr Logan · Killian Scott

Synopsis Strike: The Cuckoo's Calling (TV Miniseries) (2017) follows the gripping journey of Cormoran Strike, a former military man who now works as a private investigator. Alongside his reliable aide, Robin Ellacott, Strike delves into the dark world of violent crimes,...

Direction Milos Forman

Cast Colin Firth · Annette Bening · Meg Tilly · Fairuza Balk

Synopsis Valmont (1989) unfolds in the opulent backdrop of Baroque France, where a cunning widow and her paramour engage in a wager centered around the moral downfall of a newlywed woman. The paramour, Valmont, takes on the challenge to seduce the...

Direction Michael Keillor · Kieron Hawkes · Charles Sturridge

Cast Tom Burke · Holliday Grainger · Kerr Logan · Killian Scott

Synopsis Strike (TV Series) (2017) follows the journey of a former soldier, Cormoran Strike, who now operates as a private investigator. Alongside his reliable aide, Robin Ellacott, Strike tackles gruesome homicides, utilizing their combined skills to unravel complex cases and bring...

Direction Neil Gaiman · Douglas Mackinnon

Cast David Tennant · Michael Sheen · Jon Hamm · Miranda Richardson

Synopsis Good Omens 2 (2023) is a thrilling continuation of the beloved miniseries, consisting of 6 episodes. The story kicks off with a mysterious naked archangel appearing at the doorstep of Aziraphale's bookshop, having lost his memory. This unexpected event throws...

Direction Jack Cardiff · John Ford

Cast Rod Taylor · Maggie Smith · Julie Christie · Flora Robson

Synopsis Young Cassidy (1965) is a biographical drama that chronicles the formative years of renowned playwright Sean O'Casey. The film delves into O'Casey's humble beginnings in the impoverished streets of 1910s Dublin, tracing his ascent to the triumphant premieres of his...

Direction David Lynch

Cast Kyle MacLachlan · Francesca Annis · Jürgen Prochnow · Patrick Stewart

Synopsis Dune (1984) follows the tumultuous events that unfold when the Padishah Emperor transfers control of the desert planet Arrakis, also known as "Dune," from the House of Harkonnen to their sworn adversaries, the Atreides family. Arrakis is the sole source...

Direction Euros Lyn

Cast Toni Collette · Damian Lewis · Joanna Page · Peter Davison

Synopsis Dream Horse (2020) follows the inspiring journey of Jan Vokes, portrayed by Toni Collette, a hardworking Welsh woman who balances her life as a cleaner and bartender. Driven by a passion for horse racing, Jan embarks on an ambitious project...

Direction Jessica Swale

Cast Gemma Arterton · Lucas Bond · Gugu Mbatha-Raw · Penelope Wilton

Synopsis Summerland (2020) follows the journey of a woman living in the English countryside during the tumultuous period of the Second World War. Initially, she is determined to send away a young evacuee who has been placed in her care. However,...

Direction Peter Yates

Cast Peter O'Toole · Philippe Noiret · Sian Phillips · Horst Janson

Synopsis Murphy's War (1971) is set towards the end of World War II, where a ship captained by Murphy is torpedoed by a German submarine. The survivors are mercilessly attacked in the water, leaving Murphy as the only one alive. He...

Direction Jim Sheridan

Cast Peter O'Toole · Sian Phillips · Steven Spielberg · Anthony Hopkins

Synopsis Peter O'Toole: Along the Sky Road to Aqaba (2022) delves into the captivating life of the iconic actor Peter O'Toole, who infused his craft with a sense of peril and his life with a dash of eccentricity, leaving an indelible...

Direction Ventura Pons

Cast Claire Bloom · Sian Phillips · Vicky Peña · Josep Maria Pou

Synopsis Miss Dalí (2018) delves into the personal and intimate experiences of Ventura Pons, who shares his extensive knowledge of Salvador Dalí and his wife Gala, accumulated over 43 years in Barcelona. The film is a poignant exploration of Pons' memories...

Direction Sofie Benoot

Cast Sian Phillips · Lorna Dawson · Robbie Dawson · Thomas Blenkinsop

Synopsis Apple Cider Vinegar (2024) delves into an intriguing mystery that connects a kidney stone, a volcanic eruption in Cape Verde, and an English geologist. This thought-provoking documentary challenges viewers to explore the fascinating interplay between the human body and the...