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Alastair Sim

Alastair Sim


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About the Book

This biography contains original contributions from more than 30 actors and actresses including, Sir Ian McKellen, Ronnie Corbett, Ian Carmichael, Derek Fowlds, John Standing, George Cole, Stephen Fry, and John Fisher. It is supported by extensive research including an interview with the playwright Christopher Fry, information from people who worked on the film sets with Alastair, material from museum archives, and original reviews from theatre magazines, newspapers, and various other publications. It examines Alastair's roles in the Quota Quickie films of the 1930s and 1940s before he became established as the most idiosyncratic star in such famous British comedies as The Happiest Days of Your Life and The Belles of St Trinians. It goes on to explain why his popularity suddenly waned as the cinemagoers taste for the risqué evolved during the latter part of the 1950s. This book also explores Alastair's life outside of films including his marriage to Naomi Sim--whom he first met when she was 12--his extensive work on stage, including his theatrical endeavors with James Bridie, and his stalwart refusal to sign autographs. It is the only book in the market dedicated to Alastair Sim, and includes a bibliography and film section.


About the Author: Mark Simpson is a government auditor, and an Alastair Sim enthusiast.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9780750949668
  • Publisher: History Press
  • Publisher Imprint: History Press
  • Depth: 25
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 28 mm
  • Weight: 616 gr
  • ISBN-10: 075094966X
  • Publisher Date: 01 Jun 2008
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Height: 234 mm
  • No of Pages: 256
  • Series Title: English
  • Sub Title: The Star of Scrooge and The Belles of St. Trinian's
  • Width: 152 mm


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