Synopsis: Korda's first contribution to the war effort of 1939-1945, this movie appeared just months after the outbreak of the second World War, and was unashamedly a propoganda weapon. It portrays the everyday lives of the men and women of Britain; those who selflessly went out to give their lives for a greater good and those who fought the war at home with the unfailing courage of continous optimism and hope.
Synopsis: The story of the fascinating character, Judge Roy Bean--a Texas tyrant who established himself as "the law west of the Pecos" and who had an admiration and love for stage star Lily Langtry--and his meeting with "The Westerner," a drifter who runs afoul of the law when he is falsely accused of stealing a horse.
Synopsis: Perhaps Alexander Korda's finest achievement, this is drum-rolling adventure in the tradition of the Arabian Nights. The THIEF OF BAGDAD is filled with flying horses, sneaky sultans, three wishes and a magic carpet ride, A daring youth aids a helpless king to reclaim his crown in this spectacular romantic fantasy. Winner of three Academy Awards, this is a wonderful journey into the imaginations of young and old alike.
Synopsis: On the run, a burlesque dancer/gangster's moll hides out in a house where eight stuffy professors are compiling an encyclopedia on current American slang...and gets taken on as an expert in "slanguage."
Synopsis: A greedy and vicious southern wife who sacrifices the life of her invalid husband, the love of her rebellious daughter and her relations with her two brothers for wealth and social position and power.
Synopsis: Academy Award winner David Lean made his feature directorial debut alongside Noel Coward with this inspirational "masterpiece" (Leonard Maltin) about the courageous crew of a British destroyer during World War II.
Synopsis: Someone is out to steal a wealth of diamonds hidden in a porcelain Chinese cat... and covering their tracks with blood! Only Charlie Can could unravel this harrowing mystery set in San Francisco.
Synopsis: Based on the play by Noel Coward, this "magnificent" (Cue), intimate film from director David Lean celebrates the stoicism, humor and resilience of ordinary British people between the two world wars.