Wed, May 13, 1987
During the 1940s and 50s, British films featured several female stars who portrayed fiery, independent characters in distinctive settings and stories that emanated from the events of World War II and the cultural aftermath. International names such as Margaret Lockwood, Virginia McKenna, Deborah Kerr, and Jean Simmons are shown in scenes from classic movies such as The Wicked Lady (1945), A Town Like Alice (1956), Black Narcissus (1947) and The Blue Lagoon (1949).
Wed, Jun 3, 1987
Treated for thrills or comedy, ghosts and ghouls have proved a popular staple of British cinema from its beginnings. Films like A Place Of One's Own, Blithe Spirit, Don't Take It to Heart and The Clairvoyant feature stars such as James Mason, Margaret Rutherford, Richard Greene and Claude Rains.
Wed, Jun 10, 1987
Costume dramas have been a staple of British cinema, especially during the 1940s when the Gainsborough melodramas resulted in some of the successful and popular films of the period. The best examples of the genre mix sumptuous film-making artistry with propulsive narratives. Stars include James Mason, Margaret Lockwood, Phyllis Calvert, Patricia Roc, Stewart Granger, Dennis Price and Jean Kent in films such as The Wicked Lady, The Man In Grey, Fanny By Gaslight, Madonna Of The Seven Moons and The Magic Bow.
Wed, Jun 17, 1987
The combination of distinctive actors and characters have resulted in some of the most indelible and memorable scenes. True originals of British cinema include Margaret Rutherford, Peter Sellers, Alastair Sim and Edith Evans in films such as Blithe Spirit, Waltz Of The Toreadors, Cottage To Let and The Importance Of Being Earnest.
Wed, Jun 24, 1987
British cinema has a strong tradition reflecting contemporary life - social and psychological dramas that mix insightful commentary and identifiable characters with involving narratives. Performances from such as Richard Harris, Patricia Roc, Stanley Baker and James Mason in films like This Sporting Life, When the Bough Breaks, Violent Playground and Odd Man Out.