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The Importance of Being Earnest (1952)
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Jack Worthing and Algernon Moncrieff are two men that are both pretending to be someone they are not. Director:Anthony AsquithWriter:(uncredited) See more » |
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Michael Redgrave | ... | |
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Richard Wattis | ... | |
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Michael Denison | ... | |
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Walter Hudd | ... | |
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Joan Greenwood | ... | |
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Dorothy Tutin | ... | |
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Margaret Rutherford | ... | |
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Jack Worthing and Algernon Moncrieff are two men that are both pretending to be someone they are not. Written by Simone Denvile
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They don't come any wilder than Oscar Wilde's classic comedy of manners, morals and morality!Parents Guide:
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Country:
UKLanguage:
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(Denmark) See more »Also Known As:
Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest See more »Filming Locations:
Pinewood Studios, Iver Heath, Buckinghamshire, England, UKCompany Credits
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Mono (Western Electric Recording)Color:
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1.37 : 1
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Jack Worthing: Well yes, I must admit I smoke.
Lady Bracknell: I'm glad to hear it. A man should have an occupation of some kind.
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John Gielgud was offered the role of Jack Worthing in this film. Even though it was one of his signature roles on stage, he turned it down because he disliked filming. See more »Quotes
Lady Bracknell: Do you smoke?Jack Worthing: Well yes, I must admit I smoke.
Lady Bracknell: I'm glad to hear it. A man should have an occupation of some kind.
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