The Ealing Studios Rarities Collection - Volum 1 (UK-import)
A global byword for cinematic quality of a quintessentially British nature, Ealing Studios made more than 150 films over a three decade period. A cherished and significant part of British film history, only selected films from both the Ealing and Associated Talking Pictures strands have previously been made available on home video format - with some remaining unseen since their original theatrical release. The Ealing Rarities Collection redresses this imbalance - featuring new transfers from the best available elements, in their correct aspect ratio, this multi-volume collection showcases a range of scarce films from both Basil Dean\'s and Michael Balcon\'s tenure as studio head, making them available once more to the general public. ESCAPE (1930) A study of punitive justice: the fate of a man who has been shut up in Dartmoor Prison and socially ruined. What treatment awaits him when he turns fugitive? Black and White / 1.19:1 / Mono / English WEST OF ZANZIBAR (1954) Soil erosion forces an African tribe to seek new pastures. Will they choose the hills that offer fertile soil and peaceful living - or the many temptations of the city? Colour / 1.33:1 / Mono / English PENNY PARADISE (1940) Liverpool tugboat captain Joe spends a weekly sixpence on the pools. When his first mate forgets to post the coupon as a winning line is drawn, comic chaos is the result! Black and White / 1.33:1 / Mono / English CHEER UP! (1936) Countless comic situations and spectacular dance routines enliven a tale of two struggling composers trying to gain backing for their musical comedy. Black and White / 1.33:1 / Mono / English