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Some Good British Cinema And TV
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Dr. Strangelove or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (Two-Disc Special Edition)Dr. Strangelove or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (Two-Disc Special Edition)
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My favorite all-time comedy.(1964) Peter Sellers shines in 3 roles, though George C. Scott steals the film. Directed by Stanley Kubrick.See my COMEDY FILMS FOR THE TIME CAPSULE.
A Shot in the DarkA Shot in the Dark
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Listed as a UK/USA production. My second fave comedy, again with Peter Sellers. The best of the Pink Panther series.
The Lady Vanishes (Enhanced) 1938The Lady Vanishes (Enhanced) 1938
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From Hitchcock's early British days. My 3rd fave Hitch movie, next to THE BIRDS and STRANGERS ON A TRAIN, edging out PSYCHO. Stars Michael Redgrave, dad of Vanessa and Lynn. And Margaret Lockwood(one of the few 1930's actresses I find attractive).
A Christmas Carol (Ultimate Collector's Edition)(B/W & Color)A Christmas Carol (Ultimate Collector's Edition)(B/W & Color)
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Annual Christmas favorite about Ebenezer Scrooge. In this case, familiarity should NOT breed contempt. Deservedly a classic.
2001 - A Space Odyssey2001 - A Space Odyssey
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Another Stanley Kubrick film. Victim of one of the Oscars' biggest shocks and injustices. OLIVER for Best Picture in 1968. REALLY ????? 2001 not even nominated despite topping many critics' lists.
The Third Man (50th Anniversary Edition) - Criterion CollectionThe Third Man (50th Anniversary Edition) - Criterion Collection
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Orson Welles portrays memorable villain Harry Lime. On my Listmania: THE MOST INTERESTING VILLAINS OF THE MOVIES. Directed by Carol Reed.
The End of the AffairThe End of the Affair
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One of the best films of 1999.
Deja VuDeja Vu
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I thought it was the best movie of 1997. A weak year, admittedly. Not to be confused with the 2006 Denzel Washington suspense time-travel movie of the same name.
Brief Encounter - Criterion CollectionBrief Encounter - Criterion Collection
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Neither lead role was well or believably cast. Famous film about adultery directed by director icon David Lean(Lawrence of Arabia, Dr Zhivago, Bridge On The River Kwai, Ryan's Daughter, etc etc.)
Mr. Bean - The Whole Bean (Complete Set)Mr. Bean - The Whole Bean (Complete Set)
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I actually believe Rowan Atkinson is a superior visual comic to Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton. Blaphemy, I know, so stone me!
Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em - Collection SetSome Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em - Collection Set
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Long before 'Phantom', Michael Crawford was very funny in this TV Britcom. The sameness of the episodes eventually became wearisome, but it was still a good series.
Two's Company - The Complete SeriesTwo's Company - The Complete Series
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Another good British comedy series about an American socialite in England and her uppity British butler. A duel of sarcasm and witty barbs.
The Man Who Would Be KingThe Man Who Would Be King
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Rudyard Kipling tale also stars Michael Caine.
Gladiator (Widescreen Edition)Gladiator (Widescreen Edition)
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Another listed as a UK/USA production. Won Oscar for Best Pic in 2000. One of the better films of this decade.
Bend It Like Beckham (Widescreen Edition)Bend It Like Beckham (Widescreen Edition)
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Sneaks onto my list of BEST DARN SPORTS MOVIES,PERIOD. Even though it's about girls' soccer (teehee).
A Man for All SeasonsA Man for All Seasons
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1966 Oscar-winning role for the recently deceased Paul Schofield. Based on the Robert Bolt play about King Henry the 8th, his wives and the Church.
Sense & Sensibility (Special Edition)Sense & Sensibility (Special Edition)
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The only Jane Austen period piece to crack my list.
Mary, Queen of Scots [VHS]Mary, Queen of Scots [VHS]
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Pretty good historical drama. Glenda Jackson is impressive.
Hamlet -  Criterion CollectionHamlet - Criterion Collection
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Won Oscars in 1948 for Best Film, Olivier and Jean Simmons.
The Prime of Miss Jean BrodieThe Prime of Miss Jean Brodie
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Memorable Oscar-winning performance by Maggie Smith. Based on the novella. 1969
Women in LoveWomen in Love
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I was disappointed by this 1970 filming of one of my favorite novels(D.H.Laurence) but found it an interesting attempt at least.
The 39 Steps (Enhanced Edition) - 1935The 39 Steps (Enhanced Edition) - 1935
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Early Hitchcock classic.
Alfred Hitchcock: 4 Tales of the Macabre - Secret Agent / The Lady Vanishes / The Man Who Knew Too Much / SabotageAlfred Hitchcock: 4 Tales of the Macabre - Secret Agent / The Lady Vanishes / The Man Who Knew Too Much / Sabotage
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Some other good ones.
The Importance of Being EarnestThe Importance of Being Earnest
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Amusing filming of the Noel Coward play.
Truly Madly DeeplyTruly Madly Deeply
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Directed by recently deceased Anthony Minghella, earlier than THE ENGLISH PATIENT. Affecting move about 'love'.
The Private Life of Henry VIII [1933]The Private Life of Henry VIII [1933]
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LAUGHTON, a terrific actor, won an Oscar for this role. Directed by Alexander Korda.
That Hamilton Woman- Criterion CollectionThat Hamilton Woman- Criterion Collection
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Another interesting historical film directed by Korda. Stars VIVEN LEIGH and her husband Olivier.
49th Parallel - Criterion Collection49th Parallel - Criterion Collection
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Michael Powell's films are remembered and admired by many. This is the one I found most interesting. Stars Laurence Olivier.
BecketBecket
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The next 3 are period pieces about British royalty. Acting Oscar noms abound. This one also stars Peter O'toole.
Anne of The Thousand Days [VHS]Anne of The Thousand Days [VHS]
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Richard Burton and Canada's Genvieve Bujold. Whatever happened to her? Apparently she was 'difficult' on the set, and also preferred to live and work in Canada.
The Lion in WinterThe Lion in Winter
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Kate Hepburn won one of her Oscars in the only tie ever for Best Actress(along with Barbra Streisand for 'Funny Girl').
Chariots of Fire (Two-Disc Special Edition)Chariots of Fire (Two-Disc Special Edition)
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Oscar winner: Best Pic. Bio of Olympic runner Eric Liddell and his dedication to HIS Biblical principle(one that not all Christians practise similarly). Popular music theme by Vangelis.
To Sir, With LoveTo Sir, With Love
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Rather enjoyable British production. Poitier stars as a teacher in a tough London high school. Hit song theme by Lulu.