72SSIFF - 20/28 September 2024
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The Stars Look Down

Carol Reed
     104 m.
Synopsis
The film that consolidated Reed's reputation on both sides of the Atlantic. It was a assignment from MGM who promoted this new A.J.Cronin adaptation after the success of The Citadel. It was the story of the power struggle between miners and bosses who clash over the nationalization of the mines, seen by a hero who is unable to alter the tragic course of events (Michael Redgrave). Reeds work evokes elements of Pabst (Kameradschaft / Coal) and Ford (How green was my valley).
Director
Carol Reed
Screenplay
J.B. Williams
Photography
Mutz Greenbaum, Henry Harris
Cast
Michael Redgrave (David Fenwick), Margaret Lockwood (Jenny Sunley), Emlyn Williams (Joe Gowlan), Nancy Price (Martha Fenwick)
Running Time
104 m.
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