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It’s a Wonderful Life

Showing as part of Festive Film Season
James Stewart in IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE
Certificate U
In English
US, 1948 - 131 mins

Synopsis

Perennial yuletide favourite It's A Wonderful Life glows in a restored digital copy. One night celestial messenger Clarence prevents George Bailey from jumping into the river and helps him discover how essential he’s been to the good folk of Bedford Falls. Don’t miss this enchanting unforgettable Christmas classic on the big screen.

 

Reviews

"This is the all-time great, curl-up-on-the-sofa-with-a-cup-of-tea movie. Not only is it beautifully photographed, but it also contains enough emotional strength to hold your attention for all of its two-hour running time. And it's even better when watched on the big screen. *****" Total Film

"A genuine American classic. *****" Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian

"The only Yuletide favourite to pivot around an attempted suicide, Capra’s post-war fable is a fascinating melange of social and personal impulses and the questionable charms of home. James Stewart is impeccable as George Bailey [...] Funny, compelling and moving." Ben Walters, Time Out (London)

 
Awards

Golden Globes 1947 - WINNER
- Best Motion Picture Director (Frank Capra)

Oscar 1947 nominations
- Best Actor (James Stewart)
- Best Director (Frank Capra)
- Best Film Editing (William Hornbeck)
- Best Picture
- Best Sound (John Aalberg)

 

LAST SEEN

This film was last shown at Cornerhouse on Wed 23 Dec 2009

MORE INFO

Language
English
Actors
James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore
Country
US
Director
Frank Capra