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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. [2] 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. [3]

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   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.

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   Visit the movie page for 'The History of Mr Polly' on Moviefone. Discover the movie's synopsis, cast details and release date. Watch trailers, exclusive interviews, and movie review.

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   John Mills stars in this celebrated adaptation of the H G Wells classic. Mr Polly is a sensitive soul. His job as a draper’s assistant does not suit h…

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   The History of Mr Polly. Season 1. When Alfred Polly fails to find fulfilment as a shop keeper, he leaves his wife and sets out on the open road to see where freedom leads. Lee Evans and Anne-Marie Duff star in this adaptation of the comic novel by H G Wells. 185 2017 2 episodes.

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   Overview. 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 eventually resorts to desperate measures to break free.

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   Is the history of Mr Polly based on a true story?

   • 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.

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   Where was the history of Mr Polly made?

   • Denham Film Studios, Denham, Uxbridge, Buckinghamshire, England, UK (studio: made at Denham Studios, London, England.) By what name was The History of Mr. Polly (1949) officially released in India in English? The History of Mr. Polly: Directed by Anthony Pelissier. With John Mills, Betty Ann Davies, Megs Jenkins, Finlay Currie.

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   Who wrote the history of Mr Polly?

   • The History of Mr. Polly was included by Robert McCrum in his list of the 100 best novels in English in The Guardian. A film version of the same name was made in 1949 by Anthony Pellisier, with John Mills as Polly.

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   Is Mr Polly a good movie?

   • It's an unusual topic for a film and therefore as time has marched on It's peculiarity has helped to turn it into a minor gem. John Mills plays the part of Mr Polly wonderfully. This is also the first film he produced and shows he was keen to flex his acting abilities.

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   Is the history of Mr Polly a good book?

   • According to Wells himself,* a small but influential group of critics consider 'The History of Mr Polly' to be his best book*. He also conceded that it is his 'happiest book' and the one he cares for most.*

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   Is Mr Polly a hero?

   • Mr Polly is not meant to be a hero he is just a man who finally finds the courage to follow the beat of his own drum. He starts the film a work shy oddball, one of life's failures who has fallen into a domestic situation with his cousin and contemplates Suicide. But he can't even do this right.

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   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, which leading him to unhappiness, arson, suicide attempts, and escape. Director. Anthony Pelissier. Writers. H.G. Wells.