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Natasha Parry
Natasha Parry (2 December 1930 – 22 July 2015) was an English actress of Russian descent. The daughter of film director Gordon Parry (film director), Gordon Parry, she was married to theatre director Peter Brook from 1951 until her death, and is the mother of filmmakers Irina Brook and Simon Brook (director), Simon Brook. Early life Born in London, Parry was the daughter of the Anglo-Greek film director Gordon Parry (film director), Gordon Parry and his Russian wife. (Some sources say Gordon Parry was her stepfather.) Stage Parry made her stage debut at age 12 in ''The Wingless Victory''. At 14, she was in ''A Midsummer Night's Dream'', and later she played in ''Big Ben'' and ''Bless the Bride''. On Broadway theatre, Broadway she appeared in ''The Fighting Cock'' (1959–1960). Toward the end of her career, she was in ''The Tragedy of Hamlet'' at the Young Vic in London. Film Parry made her screen debut in ''Dance Hall (1950 film), Dance Hall'' (1950). She appeared in many of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
La Baule
La Baule-Escoublac (; br, Ar Baol-Skoubleg, ), commonly referred to as La Baule, is a communes of France, commune in the Loire-Atlantique departments of France, department, Pays de la Loire, western France. A century-old seaside resort in southern Brittany with villas, casino, luxury hotels and an original mix of old Breton people, Breton and seaside culture with a 9 kilometre long sand beach, La Baule has long been home to French high society's seaside residences. During July and August each year, the population of La Baule increases dramatically with many Parisians staying for weeks and regular day-trippers from Nantes. Parisians can take the train in Paris Montparnasse Station and it is about 3 hours to go to La Baule. Despite this, La Baule is still virtually unknown outside France. History In 1779, a violent storm buried the village of Escoublac, near the current location of La Baule, under sand. Escoublac was rebuilt further inland. At that time, the very unstable dunes wer ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Happy Days (play)
''Happy Days'' is a play in two acts, written by Samuel Beckett.Beckett, S., ''The Grove Centenary Edition'' Vol. III: ''Dramatic Works'' (New York: Grove Press, 2006), pp. 279–307. Also: Beckett, S., ''The Complete Dramatic Works'' (London: Faber & Faber Ltd., 2006), pp. 135–168. Viewed positively by critics, it was named in ''The Independent'' as one of the 40 best plays of all time. Winnie, buried to her waist, follows her daily routine and prattles to her husband, Willie, who is largely hidden and taciturn. Her frequent refrain is "Oh this ''is'' a happy day." Later, in Act II, she is buried up to her neck, but continues to talk and remember happier days. Plot summary Act I Winnie is embedded waist-deep in a low mound under blazing light, with a large black bag beside her. She is awakened by a piercing bell and begins her daily routine with a prayer. Talking incessantly to herself, she brushes her teeth, drinks the last of a bottle of tonic, and puts on her hat. She st ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Oh! What A Lovely War
''Oh! What a Lovely War'' is a 1969 British comedy musical war film directed by Richard Attenborough (in his directorial debut), with an ensemble cast, including Maggie Smith, Dirk Bogarde, John Gielgud, John Mills, Kenneth More, Laurence Olivier, Jack Hawkins, Corin Redgrave, Michael Redgrave, Vanessa Redgrave, Ralph Richardson, Ian Holm, Paul Shelley, Malcolm McFee, Jean-Pierre Cassel, Nanette Newman, Edward Fox, Susannah York, John Clements, Phyllis Calvert and Maurice Roëves. The film is based on the stage musical ''Oh, What a Lovely War!'', originated by Charles Chilton as the radio play ''The Long Long Trail'' in December 1961, and transferred to stage by Gerry Raffles in partnership with Joan Littlewood and her Theatre Workshop in 1963. The title is derived from the music hall song "Oh! It's a Lovely War", which is one of the major numbers in the film. Synopsis ''Oh! What a Lovely War'' summarises and comments on the events of World War I using popular songs of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Romeo And Juliet (1968 Film)
''Romeo and Juliet'' ( it, Romeo e Giulietta) is a 1968 coming-of-age period romantic drama film based on the play of the same name by William Shakespeare. Directed and co-written by Franco Zeffirelli, the film stars Leonard Whiting as Romeo and Olivia Hussey as Juliet. Laurence Olivier spoke the film's prologue and epilogue and dubs the voice of Antonio Pierfederici, who played Lord Montague but was not credited on-screen. The film also stars Milo O'Shea, Michael York, John McEnery, Bruce Robinson, and Robert Stephens. The most financially successful film adaptation of a Shakespeare play at the time of its release, it was popular among teenagers partly because it was the first film to use actors who were close to the age of the characters from the original play. Several critics also welcomed the film enthusiastically. It won Academy Awards for Best Cinematography (Pasqualino De Santis) and Best Costume Design (Danilo Donati); it was also nominated for Best Director and Be ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Girl In The Headlines
''Girl in the Headlines'' (AKA ''The Model Girl Murder Case'') is a 1963 British detective film directed by Michael Truman and starring Ian Hendry, Ronald Fraser, Jeremy Brett, and Jane Asher. It is based on the 1961 novel ''The Nose on my Face'' by actor Laurence Payne. Plot Inspector Birkett and Sergeant Saunders are called in to investigate the murder of a glamorous model. It becomes apparent that the girl had led a chequered life and her acquaintances included drug dealers. Jordan and Hammond Barker are reluctant to help but when the police finally make an arrest, another murder occurs in a seedy Soho jazz café. But are the two murders connected? Cast * Ian Hendry – Inspector Birkett * Ronald Fraser – Sergeant Saunders * Margaret Johnston – Mrs Gray * Natasha Parry – Perlita Barker * Jeremy Brett – Jordan Barker * Kieron Moore – Herter * Peter Arne – Hammond Barker * Jane Asher – Lindy Birkett * Rosalie Crutchley – Maude Klein * Robert Harris – Will ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Fourth Square
''The Fourth Square'' is a 1961 British crime film directed by Allan Davis and starring Conrad Phillips, Natasha Parry and Delphi Lawrence. Part of the long-running series of Edgar Wallace Mysteries films made at Merton Park Studios, it is loosely based on the 1929 novel '' Four Square Jane'' by Edgar Wallace.Goble p.486 The film's sets were designed by the art director Peter Mullins Peter Mullins (9 July 1926 – 13 April 2012) was an Australian decathlete and basketball player. He competed in the decathlon at the 1948 Summer Olympics. As a basketball player, he played at the 1959 FIBA World Championship on the Cana .... Cast References Bibliography * Goble, Alan. ''The Complete Index to Literary Sources in Film''. Walter de Gruyter, 1999. External links * 1961 films British crime films 1961 crime films Films set in England Merton Park Studios films Films directed by Allan Davis Films based on British novels Edgar Wallace Mysteries 1960s English-lan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Midnight Lace
''Midnight Lace'' is a 1960 American neo noir mystery thriller film directed by David Miller and starring Doris Day, Rex Harrison, and John Gavin. The plot centers on a woman who is threatened by an anonymous stalker but has a hard time convincing others of what is happening. The screenplay by Ivan Goff and Ben Roberts was based on the play ''Matilda Shouted Fire'' by Janet Green. The new title referred to a lacy dress that Day's character purchases early in the film and wears at the climax. A television film remake of ''Midnight Lace'', starring Mary Crosby and Gary Frank, premiered on NBC on February 9, 1981. Plot American heiress Kit Preston and her British business owner husband Tony live in a wealthy neighborhood of London in a building undergoing major renovation construction. Returning home in a dense fog, Kit is startled by an unseen eerie male voice that threatens to kill her. The following day, Tony's assistant, Daniel Graham, notifies Tony that he has been looki ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Rough And The Smooth
''The Rough and the Smooth'' (alternative title: ''Portrait of a Sinner'') is a 1959 British drama film directed by Robert Siodmak and starring Nadja Tiller, Tony Britton, William Bendix and Natasha Parry. The screenplay concerns an archaeologist who has an affair with a German woman, putting his engagement to another woman in jeopardy. The film was shot at the MGM-British Studios and on location around London.Encounter with Siodmak Taylor, Russell. Sight and Sound; London Vol. 28, Iss. 3, (Summer 1959): 180. It was based on the 1951 novel by Robin Maugham. It was distributed in Germany by Gloria Film. In 1961 it was given an American release by American International Pictures. Plot In late 1950s London an upper-class archeologist Mike Thompson (Tony Britton) by chance meets a mysterious German woman Ila Hansen (Nadja Tiller) in a bar; later they share a taxi and he takes her back to the house where he lives with his parents. They embark on a torrid love affair during whic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Windom's Way
''Windom's Way'' is a 1957 British thriller film directed by Ronald Neame and starring Peter Finch and Mary Ure. Made in Eastman Color, it is set during the Malayan Emergency. Premise Dr Alec Windom is a British doctor who works in a village in Malaya. He is visited by his estranged wife Lee. Cast Main cast * Peter Finch as Alec Windom * Mary Ure as Lee Windom * Natasha Parry as Anna Vidal * Robert Flemyng as Colonel George Hasbrook * Michael Hordern as Patterson * Grégoire Aslan as Mayor Lollivar Supporting cast * John Cairney as Jan Vidal * Marne Maitland as Commissioner Belhedron * George Margo as Police Officer Lansang * Kurt Siegenberg as Kosti Cameo/Uncredited cast * Martin Benson as Samcar, Rebel Commander * Sanny Bin Hussan as Father Amyan * Burt Kwouk as Father Amyan's Aide * Olaf Pooley as Colonel Lupat * John A. Tinn as Patrol Leader Original novel The film was based on a 1952 novel by James Ramsey Ullman, which was reportedly inspired by Dr. Gordon S. Seagr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Knave Of Hearts (film)
''Knave of Hearts'' is a 1954 British-French comedy drama film directed by René Clément and starring Gérard Philipe, Valerie Hobson and Joan Greenwood. The film was shot at the Elstree Studios of Associated British and on location across London including Trafalgar Square and Hyde Park. The film's sets were designed by the art director Ralph Brinton. In France it was released as ''Monsieur Ripois'', referencing the title of the original novel by Louis Hémon. The film was entered into the 1954 Cannes Film Festival, where it won the Special Jury Prize. Synopsis The film portrays the adventures of a French philanderer in Paris and London. Cast * Gérard Philipe as Andre Ripois * Natasha Parry as Patricia * Valerie Hobson as Catherine Ripois * Joan Greenwood as Norah * Margaret Johnston as Anne * Germaine Montero as Marcelle * Percy Marmont as Catherine's Father * Diana Decker as Diana * Bill Shine as Pub Barman * Eric Pohlmann as Boarding House Proprietor * Martin Benso ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Crow Hollow
''Crow Hollow'' is a 1952 British mystery film directed by Michael McCarthy and starring Donald Houston, Natasha Parry and Patricia Owens. It is based on the 1950 novel ''Crow Hollow'' by Dorothy Eden. In the film, newlywed Ann Amour survives a number of murder attempts, while her maid is found stabbed to death by unknown assailants. Ann is unaware of who is trying to kill her. The film was shot at Merton Park Studios. There was also a scene shot at Gomshall and Shere railway station. Plot A young woman, Ann, falls in love with and marries Doctor Robert "Bob" Amour. She goes to live with him on his family estate, Crow Hollow, with his three, eccentric aunts - for whom he is obliged to provide a home, as a condition of ownership of the estate. Ann becomes increasingly concerned about incidents and about the behaviour of the three aunts and also an attractive young maid called Willow. On one occasion a large poisonous spider jumps on her from a box of delivered flowers while he ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Dark Man (film)
''The Dark Man'' (AKA ''Man Detained'') is a 1951 British black and white, film-noir, thriller, crime, drama, film, from Rank Studios, written and directed by Jeffrey Dell, and starring Edward Underdown, Maxwell Reed and Natasha Parry. Plot At a farmhouse in a lonely wood, ruthless killer "The Dark Man" (Maxwell Reed) murders a petty criminal. He then shoots the taxi driver who drove him there, knowing he would be able to identify him. However, the murder is witnessed by a young actress, Molly (Natasha Parry), who is passing by. The Dark Man now has reason to silence her as well. When the police investigate the murder, Inspector Viner (Edward Underdown) is assigned to the case, and soon develops romantic feelings for Molly. Meanwhile, The Dark Man continues to stalk his prey, and is foiled in an attempt to strangle Molly at her home - but continues to pursue her. The climax comes with a desperate chase across a desolate landscape. Cast *Edward Underdown - Detective Inspector J ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
