British Comedies of the 1930s Vol.9 (Heads - We Go!/I Spy)

The ebullient comedy films of the 1930s brought escape and laughter to millions of British cinemagoers, enabling veteran stars of the music-hall and theatre to reach out to a wider audience – making household names of performers like Leslie Fuller, Hal Gordon, Bobby Howes, Ernest Lotinga and Gene Gerrard.Although comedy would prove to be the decade's most successful film genre, many of these classic early talkies have remained unseen since their original release. From boisterous knockabout humour to polished adaptations of popular stage farces, this ongoing collection showcases a wealth of rare features, each presented uncut, in a brand-new transfer from the best available elements in their as-exhibited theatrical aspect ratio.HEADS - WE GO! (1933)A model is mistaken for a famous film star at a French resort – and decides to play along with the misunderstanding...I SPY (1935)In a mix-up following a drunken night out, a wisecracking American is mistaken for an international spy!

No Exit

A crime novelist stages an imaginative prank to prove that the perfect murder is possible - but finds it has catastrophic consequences in this cleverly plotted thriller with a deft humorous touch. Shot in the Autumn of 1936 at Welwyn Studios, No Exit (which was filmed as No Escape before reverting to its original title) is featured here in a brand-new transfer from the original film elements in its original theatrical aspect ratio.Convinced that it is possible to commit a murder and avoid detection, a crime writer wagers a young friend that he can conceal him for a month – he is confident that even if the disappearance is noticed he will be able to hoodwink Scotland Yard. When the 'victim' accidentally comes to grief, however, the harmless prank goes disastrously wrong...

Children of Chance

Silent-era idols John Stuart and Mabel Poulton share a bill with Hollywood star Elissa Landi in this early British crime thriller written by Frank Launder and Miles Malleson. Shot at Elstree Studios in the summer of 1930 as a bilingual production, only the English language version of Children of Chance remains. Though the quality of both sound and vision is variable in places, this is a brand-new transfer from the longest existing film elements, in its as-exhibited theatrical aspect ratio.A casual date at a high class hotel leads Binnie, an aspiring showgirl, to be mistaken for model and actress Lia de Marita – landing her an audition for the producer a new musical stage show. Marvelling at her good fortune, what Binnie doesn't know is that Lia is also the wife of a notorious jewel thief and that she's already fled the country in possession of a valuable, ill-gotten necklace!Special Feature:Image Gallery

Dandelion Dead - The Complete Series

Michael Kitchen heads a strong cast in this BAFTA-award-winning two-part drama, based on the true story of a solicitor who in 1922 found himself at the centre of one of Britain's most notorious murder trials. Also starring Sarah Miles, David Thewlis, Lesley Sharp and Don Henderson, Dandelion Dead is directed by the award-winning Mike Hodges.Herbert Rowse Armstrong, mild-mannered solicitor and magistrate's clerk, is a respected citizen of the peaceful market town of Hay-on-Wye. He has the love of his three children and a deep pride in both his life and his garden.But Herbert is a man at war on three fronts. He fights set-piece battles against his domineering, unstable wife and is in conflict with a pushy rival solicitor; he is also waging a war of attrition against the dandelions that have colonised his beloved lawn. Against the latter, Herbert's principal weapon is arsenic – could that also be the solution to his other problems..?

Jamaica Inn

From BAFTA-winning director Philippa Lowthorpe and Golden Globe-nominated screenwriter Emma Frost, comes this exhilarating adaptation of Daphne du Maurier's classic gothic novel, Jamaica Inn. Spirited Mary Yellan (Jessica Brown Findlay) finds herself alone in the world when her mother passes away. She is forced to move to the isolated Jamaica Inn, deep in the heart of the windswept Cornish moors, where she enters a world where nothing is as it first appears. Her Aunt Patience (Joanne Whalley) is a shell of the carefree woman she was, firmly under the spell of her domineering husband, Joss (Sean Harris). Joss is the head of a violent smuggling gang and when he isn't smuggling, he is drinking heavily to forget all he has seen and done. Then there is the enigmatic Jem (Matthew McNulty), her uncle's brother and therefore not to be trusted in Mary's mind – although her heart may be saying otherwise... Life at Jamaica Inn challenges Mary's black-and-white sense of right and wrong as she finds herself living among smugglers in a lawless land. When she thinks she has witnessed a murder, Mary wonders at what cost she will stay silent. Special Features: Behind the scenes Interviews with cast and crew

Cuckoo - Series 1

What do you do when your darling daughter marries the biggest idiot you could ever imagine?When Ken (Davies) and Lorna (Helen Baxendale) collect their daughter, Rachel, from the airport, they are horrified to learn that she's returned from her gap year with more than just a henna tattoo and braids in her hair. At the arrival gate, she promptly introduces them to her new husband, Cuckoo (Samberg), a slacker full of outlandish New Age ideas – every parent's worst nightmare.Ken and Lorna have no choice but to welcome Cuckoo into their nest but, as he settles in, do they warm to their new, squared-jawed, self-appointed spiritual ninja son-in-law or do they become desperate for him to fledge off?This DVD contains all six episodes of Series One.

Wrong Number

A telephone number dialled in error could prove the downfall of a ruthless criminal gang in this gripping Merton Park thriller from versatile British director Vernon Sewell. Featuring Italian star Lisa Gastoni and noted character players Peter Reynolds and Paul Whitsun-Jones, Wrong Number is presented in a brand-new transfer from the original film elements in its as-exhibited theatrical aspect ratio. A security guard is murdered during a mail-van robbery and one of the van crew overhears the killer's name: Angelo. Before he can phone his boss to confirm that the job has been successfully accomplished, the elderly Miss Crystal mistakenly dials the same number and hears a girl ask if it is Angelo speaking. The next day, seeing the newspaper headlines, Miss Crystal realises she may have a valuable clue – but can she remember the incorrect number she dialled..?

The Wonder Kid

This wonderfully warm and moving drama features Bobby Henrey, the young star of Carol Reed's The Fallen Idol, Muriel Aked and Oscar nominee Oskar Werner in the story of an exploited child prodigy whose unhappy existence is transformed by the daring plan of his loving governess. Featuring Robert Krasker's gorgeous cinematography, The Wonder Kid is presented here in a brand-new transfer from the original film elements, in its as-exhibited theatrical aspect ratio.Orphan Sebastian Giro, a famous and gifted child pianist, leads an unnatural, highly restricted existence in the clutches of his crooked manager, Mr Gorik. When Miss Frisbie, Sebastian's elderly English governess, confronts Gorik about his activities, he threatens to dismiss her from her position. Undaunted, the kindly old lady enlists the help of a gang of small-time crooks, and plots a dramatic ruse that will change Sebastian's life forever...SPECIAL FEATURES:Clean, textless titlesGerman titlesImage galleryOriginal promotional PDFs

Murder in Suburbia: D Complete Serie

In dit briljante detective-drama spelen Caroline Catz en Lisa Faulkner de rol van DI Kate Ashurst en DS Emma Scribbins - een duo dat gruwelijke misdaden op het spoor komt te midden van de golfclubs, salsalessen, overvolle scholen en vrijgezellenclubs van Midden-Engeland - in dit geval het fictieve stadje Middleford.Emma's intuïtieve aanpak staat in contrast met Kate's meer autoritatieve en analytische persoonlijkheid, maar samen vormen Ash en Scribbs een formidabel team, wier passie voor het oplossen van misdaden alleen wordt geëvenaard door hun voorliefde voor roddelen!Deze set bevat beide series en bevat gastoptredens van Edward Woodward, Olivia Colman, Lynda Bellingham, Patrick Barlow en Lysette Anthony.

British Comedies of the 1930s Vol. 10 (Letting in the Sunshine/Lucky to Me)

The ebullient comedy films of the 1930s brought escape and laughter to millions of British cinemagoers, enabling veteran stars of the music-hall and theatre to reach out to a wider audience – making household names of performers like Leslie Fuller, Hal Gordon, Bobby Howes, Ernest Lotinga and Gene Gerrard.Although comedy would prove to be the decade's most successful film genre, many of these classic early talkies have remained unseen since their original release. From boisterous knockabout humour to polished adaptations of popular stage farces, this ongoing collection showcases a wealth of rare features, each presented uncut, in a brand-new transfer from the best available elements in their as-exhibited theatrical aspect ratio.LETTING IN THE SUNSHINE (1933)A window cleaner bumps into an old flame, and the pair turn detective in an attempt to foil a gang of burglars.Black and White / 70 mins / 1.37:1 / Mono / EnglishLUCKY TO ME (1939)A solicitor’s clerk secretly marries the office secretary, but a business matter threatens to cut their one-night honeymoon shorter still!Black and White / 66 mins / 1.37:1 / Mono / English

The Luck of a Sailor

Appearing at the height of his fame, Dracula star David Manners – dubbed 'the handsomest man in Hollywood' – made his British film debut in this polished Ruritanian romance, playing opposite Norwegian silent-era star Greta Nissen and German emigre Camilla Horn. Based on Horton Giddy's play Contraband, The Luck of a Sailor is featured here in a brand-new transfer from the original film elements, in its original theatrical aspect ratio.On an undertaking of great importance, Captain Colin's battleship is taking the exiled King Carl back to his country in an attempt to help him reclaim his throne. The mood is lightened by the king's luminous new bride, but a mild flirtation between the captain and the queen soon turns to a love that is seemingly impossible!

Street of Shadows

Cesar Romero gives a memorable performance as a Soho club owner who romances Kay Kendall's unhappily married society girl in this taut Brit-noir thriller from the early 1950s. With impressive supporting performances from Egypt-born femme fatale Simone Silva and noted British character actor Victor Maddern, Street of Shadows is featured here in a brand-new transfer from the original film elements in its original theatrical aspect ratio.Luigi, the owner of a Soho gaming club, falls for Barbara, a beautiful socialite whose husband is a compulsive gambler. As their romance blossoms Luigi finds his former girlfriend murdered – with the evidence pointing in Barbara's direction! Under suspicion and on the run, he must find someone to help him before his luck runs out for good...Special Features:Original theatrical trailersImage galleryPromotional material PDFs

Love Thy Neighbour - De complete Serie

Zavvi - Het huis van de popcultuurJe kunt je vrienden kiezen, maar of je nu in een achterkamer, een buitenwijk of een herenhuis woont, je kunt zelden je buren kiezen...Het zeer populaire - en meer dan een beetje controversiële - Love Thy Neighbour stond gedurende het grootste deel van de achtdelige reeks in de top drie van de programma's van de week; zelfs de herhalingen haalden de top van de hitlijsten! De komische kijk op racisme, politiek en algemeen kinderlijk antagonisme was geliefd bij miljoenen en de serie blijft tot op de dag van vandaag een vaste favoriet.Deze complete set bevat de nog niet vertoonde pilootaflevering, alle acht series - voor het eerst in hun oorspronkelijke volgorde - de korte sketch voor All Star Comedy Carnival van Kerstmis 1972, de Nieuwjaarsspecial van 1973 en een gloednieuwe transfer van de speelfilm uit 1973 van de originele filmelementen in de originele beeldverhouding. Alle afleveringen zijn compleet en ongesneden en zijn geremasterd van het beste materiaal dat beschikbaar is.

Whicker's World 1: Whicker

A broadcasting legend and one of the most recognisable faces on British television, Alan Whicker worked his own brand of quietly incisive journalism for over fifty years. A consummate interviewer with a famously affable, urbane style, his popular, award-winning documentaries continue to be a significant influence to this day. This ongoing series of releases will showcase every programme that Whicker made for ITV, in chronological order. Subjects of his scrutiny in this volume – first broadcast in 1969 – include cryogenics, media stardom, swinging singles, wage slavery, old age and more – as well as an unforgettable encounter with Haitian dictator Papa Doc Duvalier. Editions included are: Let's Have An Airport The Trainers The Glorious Twelfth Water, Water The Aristocracy Business The Most Beautiful Hotel in the World The Road from Rose Linda's A Right Royal Fiesta After Us – What? Penguins

Whicker's World 2: Whicker's New World

A broadcasting legend and one of the most recognisable faces on British television, Alan Whicker worked his own brand of quietly incisive journalism for over fifty years. A consummate interviewer with a famously affable, urbane style, his popular, award-winning documentaries continue to be a significant influence to this day. This ongoing series of releases will showcase every programme that Whicker made for ITV, in chronological order. Subjects of his scrutiny in this volume – first broadcast in 1969 – include cryogenics, media stardom, swinging singles, wage slavery, old age and more – as well as an unforgettable encounter with the infamous Haitian dictator Papa Doc Duvalier. Editions Included: Immortality Inc. Micromedia Inc. Swingles Inc. Papa Doc: The Black Sheep Tenderlovingcare Inc. Bodysnatchers Inc. Happy-Happy Inc. Carl Gustav Von Rosen: Pugnacious Pacifist

British Comedies of the 1930s Vol. 11: Housemaster/Me and My Pal

The ebullient comedy films of the 1930s brought escape and laughter to millions of British cinemagoers, enabling veteran stars of the music-hall and theatre to reach out to a wider audience – making household names of performers like Leslie Fuller, Hal Gordon, Bobby Howes, Ernest Lotinga and Gene Gerrard.Although comedy would prove to be the decade's most successful film genre, many of these classic early talkies have remained unseen since their original release. From boisterous knockabout humour to polished adaptations of popular stage farces, this ongoing collection showcases a wealth of rare features, each presented uncut, in a brand-new transfer from the best available elements in their as-exhibited theatrical aspect ratio.Housemaster (1938)The incoming headmaster of a venerable public school causes ructions when he unleashes a welter of red tape and puritanical 'reforms'.Black and White / 91 mins / 1.37:1 / Mono / EnglishMe And My Pal (1939)When Dave and Hal are stopped for speeding, Dave's remonstrations are overheard by a racketeer who thinks he's just the kind of mug he could put to use...Black and White / 71 mins / 1.37:1 / Mono / English

Come Home Charlie and Face Them - The Complete Series

Adapting R.F. Delderfield's classic story of love, lust, crime and betrayal, this mini-series centres around a young bank clerk whose yearning to escape the mundanity of small-town life in the 1930s is answered all too readily when he falls for an exotic beauty with dangerous intentions.First aired in 1990, Come Home Charlie and Face Them was the final project of North Wales-born actor and writer Alun Owen, a key figure in 1960s television drama whose credits include the Oscar-nominated screenplay for A Hard Day's Night and scripts for landmark anthology series Armchair Theatre.Charlie Pritchard is a bank cashier in a small Welsh seaside town; lodging with bank manager Evan Rhys-Jones, he forms a relationship with Ida, the banker's earthy, quietly determined daughter. Ida's simple appeal pales, however, beside the promise of passion embodied by the seductive Delphine – who with her brother, Beppo, runs the lively Rainbow Café. Charlie and Delphine are irresistibly drawn together... but each for entirely different reasons.

The Club

Four ageing men live together in a secluded house on a windswept Chilean coastline. Each has been sent here to purge sins of the past, adhering to a strict regime under the watchful eye of a female caretaker. This fragile stability is disrupted by the arrival of a newly disgraced companion – bringing with him a past they thought they had left behind...In this multi-award-winning feature, Oscar-nominated director Pablo Larrain explores the lives of priests who have been disgraced for crimes both proven and suspected, and the moral impasse of the Catholic Church, which must both contain and protect them. Featuring compelling performances from Alfredo Castro, Roberto Farias and Antonia Zegers, this is an unflinching yet compassionate portrayal of an ordered world unexpectedly under siege.Special Features:Pablo Larrain InterviewOriginal Theatrical Trailer

The Warren Case

A disturbed, war-scarred crime reporter turns to illegal means in an attempt to generate news stories in this gripping early-thirties thriller based on the acclaimed play by The Ghost Train's Arnold Ridley. Starring Richard Bird as the alcoholic criminologist with an axe to grind, The Warren Case is directed by Walter Summers, whose two-decade body of work includes acclaimed historical reconstruction The Battles of Coronel and Falkland Islands and pre-war shocker The Dark Eyes of London. It is featured here in a brand-new transfer from the original film elements in its as-exhibited aspect ratio.Chided by his boss for a conspicuous lack of sensational stories, Lewis Bevan takes matters into his own hands to revive his flagging career. When the fiance of his boss's daughter, Mary, is implicated in the murder of a good-time girl, Bevan's run of sensationalist stories all but ensures the unfortunate man's guilt. Mary, however, suspicious of Bevan's extraordinary knowledge of the case, tries to persuade the police to investigate further...Special Features:Image GalleryOriginal Pressbook PDF

Every Home Should Have One

Comedy genius Marty Feldman delivers a virtuoso performance in this uproariously risque comedy about an advertising executive whose life becomes unnecessarily complicated when he's selected to run a campaign to sex up porridge! Written by Feldman, Barry Took and Denis Norden – and also starring Judy Cornwell, Shelley Berman and pneumatic Scandinavian sex symbol Julie Ege – Every Home Should Have One is featured in a brand-new transfer from original film elements, in its original theatrical aspect ratio.Poor Teddy has several problems on his plate. His colleague's advice to 'think dirty' seems to have resonated worryingly with his young son, while the vicar's 'Clean-Up TV' campaign has gained unexpected support from his wife; and with Teddy's ineptitude mistaken for talent by his boss, he's been tasked with finding an erotic angle on McLaughlin's Frozen Porridge!Special Features:Original Theatrical TrailerTextless MaterialImage GalleryPromotional and Pressbook PDFs