Direction: Bryan Forbes

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Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast Richard Attenborough · Kim Stanley · Judith Donner · Nanette Newman

Synopsis Séance on a Wet Afternoon (1964) follows Myra, a self-proclaimed psychic residing in London, who devises an intricate plan to achieve fame. She persuades her indecisive husband, Billy, to abduct the young daughter of affluent parents. Their intention is to...

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7.0

780 votes

7.0

780 votes

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast Hayley Mills · Bernard Lee · Alan Bates · Norman Bird

Synopsis Whistle down the wind (1961) unfolds in the rural landscapes of northern England, where a trio of young children stumble upon a fugitive hiding in a barn. The man, who is injured and on the run, is mistaken by the...

6.9

356 votes

6.9

356 votes

The Whisperers

1967 · Movie · 105 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast Edith Evans · Nanette Newman · Harry Baird · Jack Austin

Synopsis The Whisperers (1967) follows the delusional world of an impoverished elderly woman, played by Edith Evans, who believes in the existence of malevolent entities that she calls "the whisperers." These creatures, she imagines, hide behind everyday noises like a dripping...

6.9

58 votes

6.9

58 votes

King Rat

1965 · Movie · 134 min. · United States

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast George Segal · Tom Courtenay · James Fox · Patrick O'Neal

Synopsis King Rat (1965) follows the story of George Segal, a cunning and resourceful prisoner in a Japanese internment camp during World War II. Known as "King Rat" for his unconventional method of breeding rats to supplement the meager rations of...

6.8

172 votes

6.8

172 votes

The L-Shaped Room

1962 · Movie · 126 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast Leslie Caron · Tom Bell · Bernard Lee · Brock Peters

Synopsis The L-Shaped Room (1962) follows the story of Jane (Leslie Caron), a young French woman who finds herself pregnant and unmarried. She seeks refuge in a rundown London boarding house, where she encounters a diverse group of eccentric tenants. Jane...

6.7

140 votes

6.7

140 votes

The Stepford Wives

1975 · Movie · 115 min. · United States

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast Katharine Ross · Paula Prentiss · Peter Masterson · Nanette Newman

Synopsis The Stepford Wives (1975) follows Joanna Eberhart as she and her family relocate to the seemingly idyllic town of Stepford, Connecticut. Initially charmed by the town's picturesque setting, Joanna quickly becomes unsettled by the eerie perfection of the local women....

6.4

752 votes

6.4

752 votes

The Wrong Box

1966 · Movie · 105 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast John Mills · Michael Caine · Ralph Richardson · Peter Cook

Synopsis The Wrong Box (1966) follows a peculiar inheritance scheme known as a tontine, where a group of children are involved in a unique bet/insurance arrangement. Money is invested for each child, growing with interest, and the last survivor stands to...

5.8

220 votes

5.8

220 votes

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast Katharine Hepburn · Paul Henreid · Oskar Homolka · Yul Brynner

Synopsis The Madwoman of Chaillot (1969) is an adaptation of Jean Giraudoux's renowned play, featuring a star-studded international cast. However, the film's execution fails to fully capitalize on the talents of its celebrated actors. The narrative centers around the highly eccentric...

5.8

210 votes

5.8

210 votes

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast Richard Chamberlain · Gemma Craven · Annette Crosbie · Edith Evans

Synopsis The Slipper and the Rose: The Story of Cinderell (1976) unfolds in the charming kingdom of Euphrania, where the King and his court are eager to see Prince Edward married to secure a political alliance. However, Edward has different plans...

5.6

68 votes

5.6

68 votes

The Naked Face

1984 · Movie · 103 min. · United States

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast Roger Moore · Rod Steiger · Elliott Gould · Art Carney

Synopsis The Naked Face (1984) follows the harrowing tale of a Chicago psychiatrist who inexplicably becomes the prey of a ruthless group of assassins. As the sinister figures close in for the fatal strike, the doctor is compelled to confront his...

5.5

184 votes

5.5

184 votes

International Velvet

1978 · Movie · 127 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast Tatum O'Neal · Christopher Plummer · Anthony Hopkins · Nanette Newman

Synopsis International Velvet (1978) follows the journey of a young protagonist and her loyal horse as they embark on an exciting adventure across international borders. The film serves as a delightful continuation of the beloved story from "National Velvet," offering a...

5.2

103 votes

5.2

103 votes

Sunday Lovers

1980 · Movie · 125 min. · France

Direction Bryan Forbes · Edouard Molinaro · Dino Risi · Gene Wilder

Cast Roger Moore · Lino Ventura · Ugo Tognazzi · Gene Wilder

Synopsis Sunday Lovers (1980) is a comedic film that presents a collection of four distinct narratives, each set in a different country: England, France, the USA, and Italy. The movie is a lighthearted exploration of romantic and sexual escapades, offering a...

5.0

44 votes

5.0

44 votes

Deadfall

1968 · Movie · 120 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast Michael Caine · Giovanna Ralli · Eric Portman · David Buck

Synopsis Deadfall (1968) follows the thrilling escapades of a skilled cat burglar, Henry Clarke, and his partners in crime, the Moreaus, as they plot to pilfer a fortune in diamonds from the opulent chateau of the wealthy Salinas.

4.3

88 votes

4.3

88 votes

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast David Niven · Maggie Smith · Art Carney · Catherine Hicks

Synopsis Better Late Than Never (1983) follows the story of a young girl named Bridget, who is on the verge of inheriting a substantial fortune. Two men, Nick and Charley, both claim to be her grandfather. Nick, portrayed by Niven, and...

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Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast Albert Finney · George Segal · Derek de Lint · Monica Guerritore

Synopsis The Endless Game (TV Miniseries) (1990) follows a British intelligence operative who is compelled to delve into his past to unravel the mystery surrounding the murder of his ex-lover and mistress. As he navigates through a web of intrigue and...

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Long Ago, Tomorrow

1971 · Movie · 110 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast Malcolm McDowell · Nanette Newman · Georgia Brown · Gerald Sim

Synopsis Long Ago, Tomorrow (1971) follows the story of Bruce Pritchard, a young man whose life takes an abrupt turn when he becomes paralyzed during a soccer match, leading to his confinement in a wheelchair and subsequent stay at a convalescence...

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Not rated