THUNDER IN THE CITY image quality upgrade
About this film
This glitch-free print is much sharper and clearer than the existing IA copy. Plus it is in the correct aspect ratio. Blimps and baronets in a British A-feature comedy with strong production values and a Capraesque conclusion. Its outstanding cast is led by Edward G Robinson. Directed by Marion Gering. Released in 1937. Complete print (re-release) TRIVIA: First telecast 7/31/44 on WNBT New York City. CAST NOTES: Distinguished British character actress of stage and screen, Constance Collier, is also here at IA in the romantic comety "Half a Sinner." Sir Ralph Richardson is also here in the tongue-in-cheek adventure "Q-Planes" and H G Wells' science fiction epic "Things to Come."
Directors & creators
Alexander Esway
Subjects
comedies; business fantasy; the Depression; romance; Edward G Robinson; Nigel Bruce; Constance Collier; (Sir) Ralph Richardson; Luli Deste; Arthur Wontner