Soundtrack: Temple Abady

Direction C.M. Pennington-Richards

Cast Robert Beatty · Michael Medwin · Virginia McKenna · Mervyn Johns

Synopsis The Oracle (1953) follows the intriguing tale of an Irish individual who possesses the extraordinary ability to predict the outcomes of horse races. This mysterious figure shares their insights with a journalist, leading to widespread commotion and public fascination. The...

Direction Thornton Freeland

Cast Cecil Parker · Glynis Johns · Hermione Baddeley · Dirk Bogarde

Direction Frank Launder

Cast Alastair Sim · Elizabeth Allan · Roland Culver · Colin Gordon

Synopsis Folly to Be Wise (1953) follows the journey of a recently appointed military chaplain who is tasked with overseeing the entertainment activities within the camp. The film delves into the challenges and comedic situations he encounters as he strives to...

Direction Jack Lee

Cast Jean Simmons · Ursula Jeans · Cecil Parker · Joan Miller

Synopsis The Woman in the Hall (1947) follows the story of Ursula Jeans, a cunning woman with two daughters who navigates high society through manipulation and deception. She exploits various influential women and men to secure financial gain and social status,...

Direction Derek N. Twist

Cast Norman Wooland · Sarah Churchill · Cyril Cusack · Ronald Adam

Synopsis All Over the Town (1949) is set in the picturesque region of West England, where a dynamic duo of investigative journalists breathe new life into a struggling newspaper. Through their tenacious efforts, they uncover and reveal the hidden web of...

Direction Bernard Knowles

Cast Jack Warner · Marjorie Fielding · Yvonne Owen · Jack Watling

Direction Terence Fisher

Cast Pat O'Brien · Lois Maxwell · George Coulouris · Wensley Pithey

Synopsis Kill Me Tomorrow (1957) follows the story of a seasoned journalist whose life is spiraling out of control due to excessive drinking. He faces a series of personal setbacks, including the loss of his wife and his subsequent dismissal from...

Direction John Guillermin

Cast Margaret Rutherford · Richard Hearne · James Robertson Justice · Dora Bryan

Synopsis Miss Robin Hood (1952) follows the story of Hearne as a charming newspaper columnist named Henry Wrigley, who is unexpectedly drawn into a daring heist orchestrated by the peculiar and elderly Miss Honey, portrayed by Rutherford. The robbery, however, is...

Direction Ken Annakin

Cast Glynis Johns · Googie Withers · Griffith Jones · John McCallum

Synopsis Miranda (1948) follows the tale of a young doctor who, while on a fishing vacation, finds himself in a peculiar predicament. After being rescued by a mermaid, he is held captive by her. However, she agrees to set him free...

Direction Muriel Box

Cast Anne Crawford · Peggy Cummins · Rosamund John · Terence Morgan

Synopsis Both Sides of the Law (1953) follows the daily routines of two dedicated London policewomen, played by Anne Crawford and Rosamund John. The film delves into their experiences as they navigate through various challenges, including rescues and thefts, while patrolling...