Alastair Sim Trevor Howard Thriller Full Movie | Green for Danger (1946) | Retrospective

[@STORMY0O]

I was delighted to see Alastair Sim in this long forgotten gem, I love when he tells a story! His expressions, voice manner is superb!

[@Rubin_Schmidt]

IT HAPPENED HERE ......... /kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqnIhYZ8iLyAgrs&ab_channel=BFI !!!

[@karenryder6317]

I appreciate his excellent acting as well but couldn't watch the movie because I couldn't hear the dialogue. The volume was at 100% and I still missed about every other word. CC were just hilarious. Guess I'll have to get the book.

[@Tim_Russert]

"An Inspector Calls" gets high ratings but I don't see the full movie online, on or off YT.

[@fordlandau]

Setting a murder or two in a hospital makes for high tension. The actors work well together. The background of war with doddle bugs adds to the anxiety. Sim's face can convey everything. His voice adds another dimension again. This is a great movie. Thanks.

[@christinebrument6851]

Wouldn't they have seen her hair hadn't been shaved??

[@dominikz.1376]

I agree, I say this movie kicks ass and from a arguably much better looking era to be alive

[@kennethkdj]

The perfect film. Strong story, clever script, brilliant acting, direction and filming. The first film to be made entirely in Pinewood after the war. The whole film was made in the studio with the exception of the few seconds at the beginning with the postman cycling to the hospital. From a very good book by the late writer Christianna Brand. Wonderful.

[@daveroche6522]

Didn't know any of the background until reading your comment - thanks Kenneth, nice one, Bro! When Ealing/Pinewood were at the top of their game, they simply couldn't be beaten. First class.

[@simonf8902]

Thank you for info.

[@KASH10043]

What a gem! It's hard to imagine Alastair Sim being anything other than the consummate actor, an absolute joy to watch. But the entire cast is wonderful,. I know it is a drama but I had a smile on my face the entire time. Thanks so much!

[@daveroche6522]

Agreed Kath - "... I feel I have no alternative, Sir, but to offer you my resignation, in the confident hope that you will not accept it..." Full marks for the script and Alastairs (droll) delivery. Reminds me of one of the final scenes in "The Happiest Days of Your Life". AWESOME!

[@deborahmerritt4094]

Alastair’s quick aside “Don’t be fatuous!” is perfect. Terrific choice of words, because all of its synonyms sum up the behavior of the hospital director 🤙😉

[@kindlcristina]

Alistair Sim is so light and smooth in his movements, and comedic timing! First time I noticed that ... first time seeing this film. Enjoying it immensely!

[@hollywoodjaded]

Exactly! The body and how the artist moves is an essential part of skilled acting. Several of our great actors were in the circus, danced or boxed in their youths. Of course this was primarily nearly a century ago now. Learning the movement skills, laid down the neurotransmitter patterns, at their young ages, assisting in fostering the development of their verbal timing. (I realize that’s more than most anyone desires to know!)

[@tommoncrieff1154]

Like most British people my age, I have loved my fellow Scot Alastair Sim since I was a child and saw him on TV in the St Trinian’s films, Scrooge and An Inspector Calls. He’s one of the most adorable screen personas ever. He’s superb in this film, with his briefcase suspended from his umbrella over his shoulder, his twirling round on revolving seats, peeking at the last page to see who the murderer is and getting it wrong, it’s all brilliantly eccentric and terribly funny, yet the film is not a comedy and he comes across as idiosyncratic, ferociously clever and not an idiot. Leo Genn and Trevor Howard are terrific as always, grounding the film, and one wonders why Sally Gray wasn’t a huge star, she’s gorgeous and effective - though she does get wheeled in for brain surgery in false eyelashes and full make up! Megs Jenkins was best known when I was at school for advertising Tetley’s Tea! I love how in these old movies anyone in hospital is always offered a cigarette! Great plot too, I had no idea whodunnit, it wasn’t too contrived, I’m sure this bears repeated viewing, Sidney Gilliat is better known (to me) as a writer or producer, but he pulls off this movie off with flair.

[@BAM-jc7uy]

LOL..when I was nursing in Nursery and NICU in early 70s the nurses break room was the room of the "big smoke out" ...even drs came in to smoke. Years later smoking was banned inside hsp...and so on breaks even thru rain, snow & storm nursing personnel, drs, and other hsp employees were at hsp exterior entrances smoking and so visitors and others had to walk thru clouds of cig smoke. albuq nm

[@cattymajiv]

I visited a friend in an Ottawa hospital in 1972, and we all smoked right in her room! There must not have been an oxygen outlet in the room though, I'm sure. By the time I was hospitalized the 1st time in 1981 we had to go to the visiting room to smoke, and by the next time, about 1987, we had to go outside. I believe now there is no smoking on hospital property at all, but I'm sure some people find a way, in a parkade, or around a corner. In the dead of a northern Canada winter that rule puts great hardship on some people, making them go a LONG way from the door at some hospitals when it's -20 C (-4 F) or colder, even through snow and ice in a wheelchair for some! I've quit, but some people will risk their health for it, obviously. I was once one of those who would do anything for a smoke, but I'm too old for that now.

[@hannamccarthyh]

@@BAM-jc7uy I was just remembering the university doctor I had in the mid-‘70s in England. Any time you went to see him he’d offer you a fag, and he’d be smoking continuously through the appointment.

[@davidc.weiser9740]

I'm an American (from Brooklyn), who believes that Alistair Sim might be the best actor who ever lived.

[@HeathcliffBlair]

I don't like too many oldie movies from that period, but there's something special about this one. Can't put my finger on it. It's just a delight, the cinematography is excellent, performances and writing are great, and Sim is just superb.

[@CLASSICALFAN100]

I really like expletives in film reviews, don't you? It's the "lingua franca" of the 21st century...lol

[@yvonneheald3616]

Alastair Sim a brilliant actor and a lovely man. Greatly missed.

[@tamarahiney4239]

I loved his portrayal of Scrooge. And he was a great character actor.

[@spectrum7virkeytroni]

@@tamarahiney4239 An Inspector Calls, School for Scoundrels, and Stage Fright are a few more of my favorites of his performances. He's also good in London Belongs to Me if you don't mind him being a "bad guy". And in Wee Geordie, every scene he's in is wonderful, and every scene without him is boring.

[@shirleysavitts9647]

I am here to see Trevor Howard as a young actor. He was successful in scaring me, being shocked in some of his roles as such sadistic cold hearted plotter of plans. AND to get acquainted with Alastair Sim. Looks like a move right along movie so pay attention. Thank you for Posting it.

[@STORMY0O]

This movie is in fantastic shape. Women were beautiful then , nothing fake about there natural beauty, men were men and not one filthy word! How refreshing. Clothing design was fantastic not cheap looking . Stage setting were marvelous! These movies show all quality! I was just born way to late! People enjoyed living and each other. This reflects the strength the British had during WWII, and that generation should alway be remembered for their strength and ability to survive as a society! Sad we no longer have this caliber of leaders any more. This is a great mystery! I love it! Thank you for sharing! My second time watching this on in two months! 💞😉 I just love a good mystery!

[@joelonzello4189]

Some of the women were natural beauties for sure !

[@tamcocar]

My favorite "new" movie. Such a masterpiece of suspense, old English scenery (and those crazy dance customs I wish we had today), jealousy, intrigue, murder, romance, this movie has it all, mostly in a medical background in a hospital & the ponded woods and shadowy light of the moon from the main hospital to the operating area. Dark, mysterious & perfect. I've probably watched it 10 times already, and I pick up a new piece of the puzzle every time. AAAAA++++++++++

[@2msvalkyrie529]

The fact that it was all filmed on stage sets - even the exterior scenes - adds to it's unique atmosphere . The only outdoor shot was the opening scene of the postman cycling uphill.

[@markritchie8874]

Agree, a few films are as good but none better. I've watched it many times and still don't fully understand the end, and don't think I want to.

[@lizday8140]

I'm on my third time now. One of my favorite WhoDunIts. At this point, I just put it on to listen to while I knit. Alastair's voice is so soothing! I think I'll put on his Scrooge film again, too, even though it's far past Christmas.

[@fuzzyburnette7161]

The great Alastair Sim steals the movie in one of his best roles. Much thanks for showing this.

[@SNAKEPIT359]

fuzzyburnette Totally agree. The film stepped up a couple of gears when he made his appearance. Then as you said he just steals film.

[@deborahb4830]

@@SNAKEPIT359 you mean like when Dr. Evan demands, " Are you TRYING to make me angry?" And the inspector says, "No, that was a secondary objective." I just love it!

[@jameswebb4593]

I have seen this film many times just for the joy of watching Alastair Sim perform.

[@jonsmum5552]

He’s brilliant in An inspector calls. Just brilliant

[@JamesLeaveyConnections]

A great example of the comic genius of Alastair Sim. Lovely WW2 comedy thriller with excellent cast.

[@marshhen]

What a fantastic performance by Alistair Sims here. Fascinating atmosphere of Brits coping during WWII bombardment. Thanks so much for uploading.

[@2msvalkyrie529]

Nowadays they can't even cope with a " fuel shortage " that lasts three days . ! Pathetic , spineless and emotionally incontinent ! Pray that there's never another War..

[@henridelagardere264]

In my book, this is a definitive *must-see* for lovers of British cinema, regardless of preferences of any particular era. It's on Criterion as well. Recommended purchase.

[@chelamcguire]

What a superb film. I love films from the 20's to the 50's, so this one set in 1944 was right up my street. I cannot abide American films, the simply just don't offer me what I crave, alas. So, thank you very much for this splendid evening. Snuggled in, cat on my lap, dog at my feet, curtains drawn and a delightful, blazing log fire. Just exactly what the doctor ordered. Clearly with the clocks going back an hour this weekend, my inner body clock needed Green for Danger just to set me up for the winter ahead. Thanks again,Retrospective, you have made my night perfect. Now, will I manage to take in another of your films before my bed calls me forth?

[@susanbrown2909]

Totally agree. We need some semblance in our lives..

[@johnnymarcello1385]

Agreed I totally feel the same way .

[@ravisriram6746]

Quite right. When the men were masculine and the women were at least ladylike and feminine. That's all gone now.

[@katec9893]

What a great comment, I can just picture your cosy setup, it sounds great. I aspire to a life like that myself in the countryside too.

[@lisastallingskeelor3328]

Creepy, sinister, at times comical, thrilling and full of grabbing scenes. No sleeper moments in this movie. I’m a huge fan of Alastair Sim’s acting. His voice, the cadence of his dialogue blended with his natural ability to eat up a screen are intoxicating. I love old movies. Especially these old b&w brit films. This one is in excellent condition.

[@elliotskydel641]

Alec Guiness did a hilarious impression of Sim on the lady killers.

[@auletjohnast03638]

Lisa Stallings Keelor, But your twat is so cute.

[@kevinhayes6933]

I use to think these movies , cause they were old weren't any good. I was sure wrong about that, they are very good,especially the British ones

[@kevinhayes6933]

Lisa Stallings Keelor there are 2 I seen in the past 2 nights. Take 5 steps and die. And the other. D. O. A that one was made in 1950 or 1949

[@DevonDandy]

Excellent accurate summery. Good to know there are some literate people commenting on here

[@MyMy-zi7yv]

GREAT, GREAT MYSTERY! And Alastair Sim's acting is like Charle's Laughton's .. and that is, off the charts! Those character actor's from yesteryear cannot ever be equaled, it just can't, it's impossible!!!!

[@yvonneheald3616]

Very true. Actors nowadays dont have the ability and talent of those from yesteryear.To be fair there is no longer any reperatory companies in the theatre now. Actors back then spent years in rep learning their trade. This isnt possible now.

[@kathyh4804]

They surely haven’t made them like that since the 50s!

[@nameskhar1510]

@@yvonneheald3616 You are absolutely correct: i.e: "At a party hosted by her mother, Angela Lansbury met John van Druten, who had recently co-authored a script for Gaslight (1944), a mystery-thriller based on Patrick Hamilton's 1938 play, Gaslight. Set in Victorian London, the film was being directed by George Cukor, and starred Ingrid Bergman [+Charles Boyer & Joseph Cotton]. Van Druten suggested that Lansbury would be perfect for the role of Nancy Oliver, a conniving cockney maid; she was accepted for the part, although, since she was only 17, a social worker had to accompany her on the set. Obtaining an agent, Earl Kramer, she was signed to a seven-year contract with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, earning $500 a week and using her real name as her professional name.[22] Upon release, Gaslight received mixed critical reviews, although Lansbury's role was widely praised; the film earned six Academy Award nominations, including one for Best Supporting Actress for Lansbury." NO. ... Can't make 'em like this anymore.

[@charliekathis1925]

T0ttaly cott

[@charliekathis1925]

Totally correct 100 percent Alister Desim is 1of the great actors of his day from GB .

[@jeannehageman3198]

Alastair Sim at his finest.....Priceless! Mysteries can't get any better than this one!

[@LuisRivera-qp3fi]

Alastair Sim was an excellent thespian, who completely immersed himself into his characters. When l lived in Boston way back in 1979, there was a tv show on one of local stations known as "The Movie Loft." They would present these glorious black & white movies from the 30s, 40s, and 50s. On Christmas 1979 they showed Alistair Sim portraying Ebernezer Scrooge in "A Christmas Carol." Arguably the best version of that wonderful Charles Dickens' classic!

[@JH-ce7yd]

There is no other version of "A Christmas Carol" for me. If it's a version without Alistair Sim then I'm not interested.

[@FranklinNJ]

I don't like these old mystery black and white movies, I Adore them simply adore them.

[@kathyh4804]

Me too!:)

[@Della13]

Me three x♥️

[@PatriciaPageMosaicArtsCrafts]

They are frightfully good🙂👍❤

[@johnnymarcello1385]

Yes me too always have always will

[@mo1912]

@@Della13 me four x

[@adriandavies4873]

I totally agree with the comments below,Alastair sim and Trevor Howard are two of the very best actors ever, only a small few in present times come any where their quality in performance and interpretation of there characters . Check out Alastair sim's scrounge and Trevor's Howard's captain Bligh in Mutiny on the Bounty ! Both films perfection ?👍10out of 10 !

[@beverleycovert22]

Alastair Sim,the best, as is all the cast in this fine film! Thank you, for posting

[@User-4-mn3or]

Really enjoyed this movie again. Saw it before on TCM, but enjoyed it again! Thanks

[@wry6read]

Exceptionally good print, thank you. One of its decade's most engrossing films,a wonderful cast, a production with a repertory feel and some remarkably acrobatic camera work. "Introducing Alastair Sim" should be enough in itself to fill the house. Great interplay between Leslie Howard and the ever unctuous Leo Genn.

[@fidomusic]

Trevor Howard not Leslie Howard.

[@sylviaross5486]

You mean "Trevor" Howard, not "Leslie" Howard, but both great British actors.

[@daveroche6522]

Ah - Leo. He'll always be Petronius (getting right up Peter Ustinovs nasus - [prounounced neysus] in Quo Vadis). Legend - ita vero (c'mon, you KNOW your Latin...).

[@2msvalkyrie529]

All experienced stage actors who had spent years in Rep learning their trade . Unlike our current crop ! David Tennant..???!? ( sort of sums it up really ? )

[@timjoyce8636]

This could have been a great SERIOUS MOVIE; same script, same cast, but Alastair Sim playing it straight. Just think what we would have misses! How many Lead Actors can arrive so late, be so afraid for their own safety and finish up fumbling it, AND BE SO WONDERFUL THROUGHOUT IT ALL? A Noir without the clichés. Thank you Retrospective.

[@SNAKEPIT359]

Alastair Sim. Possible the greatest character actor ever. In my humble opinion.

[@ginnylorenz5265]

He's my top favorite. Always fascinating.

[@kathleencampbell2298]

Yes

[@SC-sf8xt]

Many many roles ....a christmas carol, kind hearts and cornets, st trinians. Few of my favorites

[@ThePlataf]

@@SC-sf8xt I don't remember him in Kind Hearts & Coroners. Which role did he play?

[@carolynellis387]

He played a wonderful Scrooge in an old black and white film.

[@catholiccrusader5328]

What a true gem this vintage British movie and I caught it all by accident-splendid!

[@MrDavey2010]

Thank you for uploading a true British classic. Wonderful movie!

[@zorpia621]

A true British film, with all the drama, suspense and hints of dry humor making it an enchanting movie. If you really want a good laugh, turn on Closed Captions and see how they totally destroy the script!

[@tracy5014]

One of my favourite films; with the exceptionally talented Alistair Sim. I never tire of watching this film because it is just so good.

[@adrianovasconcelos2739]

Fantastic British flick. Thank you for posting. Great displays from Sally Gray, Trev Howard and Alastair Sim, but whole cast is first class.

[@ellenthorne87]

Brilliant film with Alistair Sim , Trevor Howard & Leo Genn on top form. Thank you never tire of watching it.

[@MultiSirens]

Excellent! I’ve watched half dozen times never loses it’s scary and suspense ! Brilliant actors every last one of them!

[@carolinevs943]

Why do I love old black and white movies so much?

[@ludditeneaderthal]

Because they relied on talent, rather than special effects and plastic surgery?

[@richardgraham5598]

stumbling upon this gem,was everything. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment.

[@tamimartin9149]

Alistair Sim was brilliant. What a joy to find this movie. Thank you!

[@shelleymcafee8197]

So well-done, I wish this was part of a series! Thank-You!!

[@debrabolton6475]

Very good film with great performances by Sim, Howard, and Genn. Sim has always been my favorite Ebenezer Scrooge.

[@georgecapstick7230]

There is no other Scrooge.

[@lazyhazeldaisy9596]

On a cold rainy Sunday afternoon this is a wonderful film to curl up with.

[@jackjones8363]

Really enjoyed this old classic British murder mystery - and who would have guessed who the murderer was! Alistair Sim at his best and what a lovely last scene....

[@hollywoodjaded]

Yes, I have always considered the final scene brilliant

[@lizlocher3612]

My all time favorite movie is Scrooge with Alistair Simm. It was a treat tonight to see him in another movie!!! He is an incredible actor, with a resoundingly awesome voice and style. Thank you for posting!!!

[@lesleygiles8924]

OMG!!!! I had this on dvd but the copy became unplayable & I couldn't find another so I am absolutely delighted to save this onto my liked list on my phone 😃 Thank you SO much 😘😘😘

[@beachgirl1947]

I’ve seen this film at least half a dozen times. It’s just brilliant; everyone is superb. I wish we could see ‘The Green man’ (Alistair Sim) on here as well. It is magnificent !

[@weekendwankere69]

Wow, what a fantastic film! Thanks for this, thoroughly enjoyable. More twists than a Hitchcock!

[@fatalisticbunny]

Thank you so much for taking the time to upload this film for the rest of us. The sound and print is fine. Had no trouble watching it.

[@donmoore7785]

What a charming movie! Great cast. A bit contrived but most thoroughly enjoyable. And so British.

[@NoosaHeads]

No cursing. No gratuitous violence. No political invective. No moral posturing. Nothing but good acting, good direction, good screenplay, good editing. Compare all that with current Hollywood _woke_ rubbish, acted by overpaid, parasitic, virtue-signaling hypocrites.

[@321bytor]

Oh no, another one

[@QPRTokyo]

Well said IR.

[@QPRTokyo]

321bytor So....

[@jamieorourke767]

@@321bytor seriously

[@susanbrown2909]

Refreshing isn’t it.

[@suzvalentino1901]

Alastair Sim is one of my favorite actors. My favorite of his movies was Stage Fright. He was funny, sweet and complicated, and very good at assisting his daughter in helping find the murderer.

[@lynnettespolitics9656]

You know, I don't like that movie, but I adore Alastair Sim in his role, he almost saved it for me! His Scrooge is really one of the best versions I think.

[@sheliarouch375]

Alistair sims is wonderful a rare breed of a man and an actor..never be another like him☺

[@paulrobinson5492]

When you get a chance, see him in the "St Trinian's" movie about the English girl's school.

[@philaypeephilippotter6532]

_Never_ is a strong word. *Sim* was as good as they get but he's not alone. I'd rate *Kevin Spacey* at least close.

[@michaelwertzy9808]

Alastair Sim has always been my favorite Scrooge portrayer! Wonderful actor for the role. Combination of pathos & pity

[@michaelwertzy9808]

Sorry about the redundancy, "pathetic' is more proper, Peace and all keep well!

[@mr.gregoryscott7306]

Rock hudson movles

[@sherrihinton8567]

Sims is great in wherever he did. Thank you for the movie

[@lindarocco9974]

What an enjoyable movie, thanks for posting it. It was full of suspense, several plot twists, and a bit of humor at the end. I got so nervous one time, I had to stand up and decompress. I recommend this old classic thriller. I feel these older films are far superior to our modern computer graphics dominated movies, and without most of the blood, gore, and horror of films today. They rely on great script writing, great acting, scary as hell music (at just the right moment), and the amazing use of lighting to stir our psyche into deeper and darker realms using our own imagination. We get to scare ourselves! Pretty Darn Cool.

[@HaroldGriffin-083]

Lol 😁. What scares you 😝

[@lindarocco9974]

@@HaroldGriffin-083 Well, stupid people are really scary. But I cannot remember what made me so nervous in this movie because I watched it a year ago. Like all good thrillers, they use the suspense so you scare yourself!!! What did you like about the movie?

[@HaroldGriffin-083]

@@lindarocco9974 Fascinating main characters and a clever plot add up to an exciting read.

[@HaroldGriffin-083]

@@lindarocco9974 How was your day? I hope it wasn’t stressful?

[@HaroldGriffin-083]

@@lindarocco9974 Good morning.

[@trevorbailey1486]

How I miss Alistair Sim. 'Without comedy there can be no sense of tragedy,' as someone said.

[@filmactorgordwelke]

Oh My! Damn! Just totally freaked out over this film. We laughed so hard but moments later we were both biting our nails, eyes glued to the screen! It is an amazing beautiful film that personifies the finest in purposeful entertainment. Wow, Leona and I would give this movie an 11 out of 10. Thanks so much for it! G&L

[@iansilo105]

Between the 40s and 60s was the greatest era of film making. " Green for Danger " is one of them.

[@Londonfogey]

Agreed. The best British films were made between 1945 and 1965, with the peak around 1958-63.

[@RobertSeviour1]

A very enjoyable film. The role played by Alastair Sim was very unusual, the other cast members perfomed very creditably too. Thanks for the upload

[@lizlocher3612]

Alistair Simm was the entire entertainment throughout the entire movie!!! His persona of the whimsical, eccentric, unique inspector was brilliant!!! He blended authority, professionalism n humour so successfully that it was a total treat to watch him solve the case!!!! He is my favourite Scrooge ever but it is wonderful to see him in another eclectic role in films. I wish there were more films with him in them!!! GREAT Saturday night entertainment!!! Thank you for posting!!! 1:26:19

[@vespelian5769]

A perfect little masterpiece and what a cast.

[@MrGreen-sk3ws]

I love these classic British movies.

[@Retroscoop]

This is Belgium calling..... Simply "wow", what a delicious little gem; so fast paced, not 100 % serious but without ever becoming a complete spoof, and what a wonderful cast ! Leo Genn with his Mephisto-like oily grins, would you have bought a second hand car of him ? Trevor Howard, as reliable as ever, and the different nurses too manage to add their specific flavour, each trying to hide some secrets. The Scotland Yard man is a bit the odd duck, the one who has to make sure every now and then a "lighter" touch is added.

[@mimimc8685]

Thank you, for making this wonderful film available .

[@daveroche6522]

Inspector Cockrill - Englands Columbo! Like so many other films of this era, it just get better with every viewing. Alastair, Trevor and all the cast - in a first-class, top-notch murder mystery. If memory serves, first saw this when I was around 10 (1970) - absolutely loved it. And still do. I totally recommend Alastair in "An Inspector Calls" (still awesome) and "The Happiest Days of Your Life" (ditto) - these flicks are best described as 'quality'. Thank you for the upload.

[@naguerea]

Inspector Cockrill,, what a great name, as ever David Cockerill.

[@19torento]

God, I love that part when the nurse is in the dark room and turns around to see the reveal of the killer standing there. You don't expect it, but it hits you in all of its goth horror glory.

[@grimtt]

Yes, or the fleeting glimpse of the hanging begowned creature!

[@DSmith-mg6ui]

This movie is too excellent for words. Watch it here only if you can't afford the disc.

[@lynnmetzner2741]

Yay, more British film to enjoy. Classic, classic, classic. Thank you.

[@stevengrotte2987]

I have seen this very enjoyable movie several times. Thank you for providing it again.

[@RobertSmith-jl4yw]

Second viewing of this as I recently found and read a copy of the original novel by Christianna Brand. The book is terrific. If the film had exactly followed the book in all details, the film would have been about 3 and a half hours long. I think it only right to point out just how well the film makers compressed the story - not always successfully done. 10/10 for both film and book.

[@cparhamrp]

I’m lovin this movie…thank you for making it happen..

[@shadowplay5363]

Based on a lost Golden Age novel by Christianna Brand, released recently by the wonderful British Literary Crime Classics. It might not have changed film making history, but it's still a finely acted and highly entertaining old fashioned murder mystery of the kind that are not made anymore. A bit of an atmospheric lost gem in fact. I am happy both the book and the film are given a new leash of life and that there is still an audience enjoying these little portraits of a black and white long gone world full of mystery romance and adventure.

[@2msvalkyrie529]

They are not made anymore because these films depended upon a supply of actors who had spent years in Rep theatre learning their craft before appearing on screen.. That situation carried on until the 1980s. Alas that generation of fine actors has passed away and never will be replaced.!! Apparently , David Tennant is now considered our " leading " actor..?? Sums it up really..?

[@dominikz.1376]

@@2msvalkyrie529It appears that the fine actors are cut from a different jib than todays actors, and I’m sure these actors came from a different theatre variety

[@stitchblisscorner]

🦋 The film “An inspector Calls” also starring Alastair Sim is also excellent. It is the equal of this one imo and has a twist at the end just as dramatic.

[@colink4823]

Absolutely

[@HaroldGriffin-083]

Masterpiece. It’s as a good sense of humor in it as well. You watched to the end?

[@stitchblisscorner]

I did watch it until the end, and that role was tailor made for Alastair. He was great in “Green For Danger” too. Another end with a twist!

[@HaroldGriffin-083]

@@stitchblisscorner oh,that’s nice.

[@HaroldGriffin-083]

@@stitchblisscorner Good morning. How’re you doing? I hope I didn’t intrude you with my text?

[@johnbroadway4196]

This was a well written skript. And with the realities of the Buzz bombs And that moment in sudden silence ?? Gave it more suspenseful guessing. Which the Ending was perfectly not predictable. I really appreciate Alastair Sim's as He has that emotional way in expressing his acting. Excellent Flick !

[@thevoid7414]

Brilliant. I'm writing this standing on my head because Alistair Sim and the plot had me bamboozled. What now though ? I've just hit the ceiling of brilliance 😂

[@richarddowney1972]

When J, Arthur hammered the gong, I knew a great film would follow.

[@diannemiller1895]

Very well done. Interesting story/plot. 👍

[@marbleman52]

I do not think that I have seen this movie before tonight, but I do know for sure that I have seen this same scenario. Am I just having a 'senior moment' and have just forgotten that I really have seen this movie before...I'm 67..LOL...or is there another movie that used this same plot ? Oh well...I thoroughly enjoyed watching this...what a cast..!! Thanks, Retrospective, for giving us this movie.

[@Fannin7]

The Carey Treatment with James Coburn had similar plot of a killer deliberating mixing up the oxygen tanks during an operation.

[@marbleman52]

ep5tv.....You may be correct. Actually, I have been watching Father Brown on & off for a while now, so maybe that's where I saw this scenario.....yep...I bet that's it...!!

[@erniebakeswell9623]

just remembered... Burke's Law episode "Who Killed Beau Sparrow?" (1963) uses same device, only it's nitrogen in gray cannister painted green (for oxygen).

[@iakona23]

This is a very nice film from Launder and Gilliat. Thank you. Criterion has a good DVD release with audio commentary and special features.

[@SRSM198]

Thanks very much, I enjoyed the suspense and the plot, it was definitely my British cup of tea.

[@elipotter369]

The understated wit and humour - even in a murder thriller - it kept my attention in every moment. Interesting to see that understated English with was around in movies way back then.

[@davidcole9971]

SIM our greatest ever comedic actor, a truly great actor who never won an Oscar or Bafta....... something wrong there.

[@sylviaross5486]

david cole It's a crime.

[@stanthology]

Also, the poser deluxe won a Nobel Prize for nothing. Go figure

[@davidcarlson2152]

Many great actors merely play themselves in great roles, whereas character actors completely transform from one film to the next. In art, I'm reminded of impressionism and cubism styles that may mask an inability to paint as well as our best illustrators.

[@geoffreyallen888]

@@davidcarlson2152 Dunno. i fink Picasso woz a headcase. s'rubbish!

[@MyMy-zi7yv]

Your comment makes you sound like you're from England, I'm from the U.S. Anyway david cole, puh-leeze don't put Sim in only a comedic category, this guy was an all-around fantabulous actor!

[@megangarland2229]

Thank you so much for the download. Great movie.

[@judytelles3518]

Superb in every way .I read all comments,so good and all appreciated.I also watched with a smile as Sim so goodThanks for download.

[@kevinhayes6933]

Judy Telles you should have watched tv when I was growing up. Adds went for 15 min every hour

[@Sheerkat7]

Good one. I didn't guess the killer, for a change. So many red herrings. Alistair Sim was hilarious.Trevor Howard was so young. The movie made me realize what it must have been like to live during the Blitz. Hearing the rockets fly over and wondering where they were going to land looks terrifying.

[@mariacastro2682]

Just finished watching…never seen this movie before,what a wonderful film!..love Alister Sim! Thank you for posting it!

[@nancycrayton2738]

That was exceptional! I've never seen it until now. Thank you so much for posting it!!!!

[@rugosetexture2716]

This is a wonderful movie! Thanks so much for posting it.

[@peelsmyth.7909]

the good old days when Drs smoked like chimneys and drank like fish!

[@satadruray9787]

And advised their patients to stay away from both🤣🤣

[@janknight3314]

😂😂😂😂

[@simonf8902]

Still do

[@paperchain1239]

Yes and done their jobs properly

[@maritzaceciliasepulvedaole6196]

Aplicación español

[@willwatz7065]

I love these old English movies for the witty dialog... If you can keep up with it.😆

[@markstuckey6639]

Or if you can hear it over the absurdly loud music.

[@blastdave]

Thats the key !! Lol.

[@dsb7925]

I agree..nothing better.

[@johnnymarcello1385]

Yes I agree

[@MancunianMrG]

One of my favourite films. Thanks.

[@blackdogfive]

pausing.... I am enjoying this so much, some of the best performer's of their time, Thank-you

[@JoFunnyOnion]

Thank you. Excellent film.

[@dianevitale1214]

Superb!! Feel very fortunate to have found this to watch. Thank you.

[@HaroldGriffin-083]

Guess you been searching for long?

[@thriftylady662]

Love this film. Leo Genn, Trevor Howard...couldn't ask for more 😁

[@vicentepineda1860]

Thanks for this enjoyable movie, interesting and gripping to the last minute!! I remember Mr. Sim acting with Peter Ustinov playing Nero, and Mr. Howard acting with Frank Sinatra playing Von Ryan. Excellent actors. Thanks for uploading.

[@imtweetydiva29]

Absolutely enjoyed movie. Twists and turns at every turn! Thank for sharing!♥️🎭🎥

[@13699111]

WOW!!! Thank you for posting this movie a real shocker !!!

[@an-tm3250]

Thank you. More Alastair Sim movies if you can get them.

[@lesleyanderson5697]

A great movie and actor in Sim. Thanks.

[@oohyllab]

What an utter gem of a presence in Alistair Sim. So good, hadn't seen this. Thanks for the upload. I'd only seen him in Stagefright & as Scrooge. Will def be on the lookout for more of his films. Support cast great too of course, love Trevor Howard. Fun to watch, & reminded of me the similar story lined Coma, which I have.

[@madillj]

For more, and diverse, see Mr Sim as the upright (but not quite right) Headmistress and her racing tout brother/ nemesis in the St Trinnian's films, also from this B&W era. The school and the girls were inspired by the often savage pen and ink cartoons of Ronald Searle.

[@felixwaterman4448]

Glad you made the connection with 'Coma', also a brilliant film.

[@felixwaterman4448]

Glad you made the connection with 'Coma', also a brilliant film.

[@felixwaterman4448]

Glad you made the connection with 'Coma', also a brilliant film.

[@felixwaterman4448]

Glad you made the connection with 'Coma', also a brilliant film.