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Writing
John Whiting
Born November 15, 1917 · Salisbury, Wiltshire, England, UK
Died June 16, 1963 · aged 45
No biography available.
Known For
The Devils · 1971The Devils
★ 7.41971
MovieDramaHistory
In 1634 France, charismatic Father Urbain Grandier becomes the target of a sexually obsessed nun’s witchcraft accusations, which corrupt church and state officials are all too happy to exploit.
The Ship That Died of Shame · 1955The Ship That Died of Shame
★ 7.31955
MovieDramaCrime
After World War II the crew of a motor gunboat join together to buy their old vessel and go into business for themselves. This may sound like a laudable scheme, but the business they choose to go into is smuggling.
Young Cassidy · 1965Young Cassidy
★ 6.41965
MovieDrama
In Dublin circa 1911, John Cassidy (Rod Taylor), an impoverished idealist, whose ambitions are restricted by the demands of looking after his family, journeys through the social injustices of Dublin life, involving himself with the rowdy tramway-men strike, dawdling with prostitute Daisy Battles (Julie Christie), and seeking a better life. He falls in love with bookshop assistant Nora (Dame Maggie Smith) who encourages him toward a life of writing. Finding success at the Abbey Theatre, his unorthodox views estrange him from family, friends, and his own past.
The Good Companions · 1957The Good Companions
★ 7.01957
MovieMusicComedy
The story revolves around the Dinky Doos, a provincial musical troupe living from hand to mouth.
Pride and Prejudice · 1938Pride and Prejudice
★ 9.01938
MovieDramaRomance
In early 19th century England, Mr and Mrs Bennet's five unmarried daughters vie for the affections of rich and eligible Mr Bingley and his status-conscious friend, Mr Darcy, who have moved into their neighbourhood. While Bingley takes an immediate liking to eldest daughter Jane, Darcy has difficulty adapting to local society and repeatedly clashes with second-eldest Elizabeth.
The Captain's Table · 1959The Captain's Table
★ 6.01959
MovieComedy
A captain is promoted by his company from tramp steamers to their flagship passenger liner. Although he is a thoroughly competent sailor ready to take charge of such a ship, he is less prepared for the social duties his new position involves, not least the way he in which becomes the target for all the unattached women on board.
Strange Witness · 1958Strange Witness
1958
MovieMystery
Ruth and her lover David are caught having an affair by her husband John. When John refuses to give Ruth a divorce, David shoots him. Before Ruth and David can make plans to cover up the murder, John's blind friend Chris shows up.
The Road to Edinburgh · 1954The Road to Edinburgh
1954
MovieDramaTV Movie
Feisty reporter Joan insists on driving to her next assignment in Edinburgh solo. Along the way she has a flat tire and a passerby lends a hand, she in kind offers him a lift. As she finds out more information about him she starts making assumptions and her fears rise.
