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The History of Mr. Polly is a 1949 British film based on the 1910 comic novel The History of Mr. Polly by H.G. Wells. It was directed by Anthony Pelissier (who is also credited with the script) and stars John Mills, Betty Ann Davies, Megs Jenkins, Moore Marriott and Finlay Currie.
- The History of Mr Polly
The protagonist of The History of Mr. Polly is an antihero...
- The History of Mr Polly
The protagonist of The History of Mr. Polly is an antihero inspired by H. G. Wells's early experiences in the drapery trade: Alfred Polly, born circa 1870, a timid and directionless young man living in Edwardian England, who despite his own bumbling achieves contented serenity with little help from those around him. Mr. Polly's most striking ...
- H. G. Wells
- 1910
After being fired, Alfred Polly (John Mills) takes stock of his life when he fails to find another job. A back projection that features the Lambeth Lead Works shot tower and the Red Lion Brewery, a site that was later to be occupied by the Festival of Britain followed by the Royal Festival Hall.
Dec 17, 2016 · Title: The History of Mr. Polly. Summary: Quiet and somewhat direction-less, Alfred Polly uses the money he inherits from his father to marry and to set up shop in a small town. His heart is in neither of these enterprises and he ... Directed by: Anthony Pelissier.
- 92 min
Drama. With an inheritance after his father's death, Alfred Polly finds love in the arms of a schoolgirl but marries an unattractive cousin and opens a shop, leading him to unhappiness, arson, suicide attempts and escape. Director. Anthony Pelissier.
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- Drama
- Anthony Pelissier
- 1950-09-15
The History of Mr. Polly (1949) 1949 United Kingdom Directed by Anthony Pélissier ... 10 essential film adaptations from the godfather of sci-fi. By David Parkinson.
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The History of Mr. Polly. 1949 1h 34m Adventure. Bookworm Alfred Polly (John Mills) is a hopeless daydreamer who cannot keep his mind on the task at hand, hence his inevitable dismissal...
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