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The Ealing Comedies

The story of the men and women who produced a series of film comedies that were so original and funny that they put Ealing on the map. (1970)

The story of the men and women who in just 10 post-war years produced a series of film comedies that were so original and funny that the name of the quiet residential London borough where they were made became world famous - they put Ealing on the map.

Featuring excerpts from: Hue & Cry, Passport To Pimlico, Kind Hearts and Coronets, Whisky Galore, A Run For Your Money, The Lavender Hill Mob, The Man In The White Suit and The Ladykillers. (1970)

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Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Four Legends of British Comedy Film Collection

Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Four Legends of British Comedy Film Collection
From the Ealing comedies to Carry On, the stars and producers of classic British comedy films discuss their lives and work.

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Credits

Role Contributor
Narrator Frank Muir
Producer Harry Hastings
Participant Sir Michael Balcon
Participant Joan Greenwood
Participant Sir Alec Guinness
Participant Barbara Murray
Participant Jack Warner

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