Tag Archives: Laurence Olivier

Wuthering Heights (1939) Rated NR

Posted on September 5, 2024 by laurarachel4

A servant at Wuthering Heights tells the unfortunate love story between Heathcliff and Catherine. Based on the book by Emily Brontë. Starring Merle Oberon, Laurence Olivier, and David Niven. Again, I’m going to state that I’ve not been much of … Continue reading →

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The Bounty (1984) Rated PG

Posted on September 12, 2016 by laurarachel4

The story of Lieutenant Bligh, whose cruelty leads to mutiny on his ship. Based on the book, Captain Bligh and Mr. Christian by Richard Hough. Starring Mel Gibson, Anthony Hopkins, Laurence Olivier, Daniel Day-Lewis, Liam Neeson. I thought this film … Continue reading →

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The Divorce of Lady X (1938) Rated UR

Posted on March 5, 2016 by laurarachel4

Divorce attorney Everard Logan believes that the woman who slept in his hotel room is the wife of his new client. Starring Merle Oberon, Laurence Olivier, Binnie Barnes, Ralph Richardson This film is a cute romantic farce where the characters … Continue reading →

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Clash of the Titans (1981) Rated PG

Posted on September 20, 2015 by laurarachel4

The mythical Perseus goes on a quest, battling Medusa and the Kraken monster, to rescue Princess Andromeda. Starring Laurence Olivier, Claire Bloom, Maggie Smith Period special effects and makeup and mediocre acting are all part of this film’s charm.  You … Continue reading →

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Joan Fontaine 1917-2013

Posted on December 17, 2013 by laurarachel4

1917-2013  Gunga Din (1939) Rated NR Three British soldiers — Sgt. Cutter, Sgt. Ballantine and Sgt. McChesney — are sent to India to investigate sabotaged telegraph wires. Ballantine’s loyalties are divided, however, since all he longs for is to settle down with … Continue reading →

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Bunny Lake is Missing (1965) Rated NR

Posted on December 15, 2013 by laurarachel4

A woman became terrified that her young daughter is missing but the police find no evidence that the daughter existed. Starring Laurence Olivier, Carol Lynley, Keir Dullea This film was panned by critic’s but to me this film brings you down a twisted … Continue reading →

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My Week With Marilyn (2011)

Posted on May 4, 2012 by laurarachel4

Rated R Based on Colin Clark’s memoir of his time as Laurence Olivier’s assistant during the filming of The Prince and the Showgirl. Starring Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Julia Ormond, Kenneth Branagh, Toby Jones, Dougray Scott, Dominic Cooper, Judi Dench, … Continue reading →

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Jesus of Nazareth (1977)

Posted on January 12, 2012 by laurarachel4

Rated NR A look at Jesus’ life from birth to death using the Gospel accounts. Starring Robert Powell, Anne Bancroft, Ernest Borgnine, Christopher Plummer, Laurence Olivier, Anthony Quinn If you can look pass the actor playing Christ as a European … Continue reading →

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The Devil’s Disciple (1959)

Posted on July 12, 2011 by laurarachel4

Rated NR The Devil’s Disciple is a play by George Bernard Shaw. It takes place in a small town during the Revolutionary War. We follow two men, the black sheep in town and the minister, as they learn their true vocations during … Continue reading →

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The Prince and the Showgirl (1957)

Posted on January 31, 2011 by laurarachel4

Rated NR This film is a charming, thoughtless, and an entertaining romantic comedy. It’s based on the play The Sleeping Prince by Terence Rattigan. Marilyn Monroe played her usual self as a flighty blonde and Laurence Olivier depiction of the Regent … Continue reading →

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