
The Best of British Cinema
1987-04-22 · Runtime unavailable · ★ 8.0
Sir John Mills narrates this entertaining compilation. "The Best of British Cinema" takes an insightful look back at some of the finest and most memorable feature films to be produced in major British studios over a period of five decades. All of the major stars are here, from Olivier to Leigh, from Sabu to Robert Donat, along with eminent directors. This series confirms the power, humor and drama of the great British films.
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- Lou Jones, Maurice Sellar, Ashley Sidaway, Robert Sidaway
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- BBC, London Films
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