It may not be in the very first rank of his pictures, of. The smiling ghost, a 1941 variation on the venerable theme, doesnt add anything new to the genre, but its a pleasant enough diversion with a solid cast courtesy of the warner brothers stock company of contract players and a swift 71minute running time. Lucky is hired to become engaged to elinor, a wealthy widow. The smiling ghost is a 1941 american comedy horror film directed by lewis seiler from a. Find similar and related movies for the smiling ghost 1941 lewis seiler.
Ghost streaming ita 1990 streaming itaaltadefinizione. The serial squadron cliffhanger movie serial archive. The film is in the horror comedy genre, which was popular in the 1940s. Any time you see a movie with willie best you know it is going to be funny and he is at his best in both of these movies. The smiling ghost is an old dark house type mystery comedy thats pretty bunk. The smiling ghost is a 1941 american comedy horror film directed by lewis seiler from a screenplay by kenneth gamet based on a story by. Maggie cheung, roger kwok, nick cheung, monica chan theme song by miriam yeung i remembered watching this series when i was small and after rewatching it many years later it still manages to be an entertaining series that can be enjoyed by the whole family. I think he probably gets more screen time than anybody in this movie except for. Powerful and unforgettable entertainment for everyone. The best horror movies of 2019 film school rejects. One societal aspect that dates the film right away is that even though the slightlydim hero lucky downingwayne morris is down on his luck jobwise, he still has a black valet in tow, clarence willie best, who for reasons. The smiling ghost is an english movie directed by lewis seiler released in the year 1941.
Ltd di suo variazione hit, necessario presso segmento stile notevole al 73. Lam ka yi maggie cheung is a kindhearted girl who was electrocuted while saving a kid from a falling signboard. Elinor bentley fairchilds previous three groomstobe have either died or been maimed. Smiling ghost 1941 directed by lewis seiler with a screenplay by kenneth gamet and stuart palmer that was based on palmers original story this mildly entertaining b movie mystery comedy features one of prolific racially typecast character actor willie bests longest onscreen performances. The smiling ghost 1941 is one of those fastpaced scarysilly bmovies that the warner bros. The smiling ghost is a 1941 film about an heiress who seems to be cursed as each of her intended grooms meets with a horrible end directed by lewis seiler. The film is in the horror comedy genre popular in the 1940s. A common theme in the romantic genre from this period is the ghost as a benign guide or messenger, often with unfinished business, such as 1989s field of dreams, the 1990 film ghost, and the 1993 comedy heart and souls. I have only seen ghost last month for the first time. While searching for their missing father in the mountains of alaska, two siblings come across a baby polar bear on the run from a pair of poachers.
The serial squadron is a multimedia archive the home on the web of the original male and female cinema action heroes, and our goal is to preserve and restore and make available for viewing or study the jungle, mystery, western and scifi cliffhangers that inspired star wars and the hollywood superhero blockbusters of today. Pg a newlywed couple winds up spending their honeymoon night in an old, dark, spooky mansion. His uncle stated that no one has lived in the house since 1970. The plot centers on a young woman in jeopardy moore, the ghost of her murdered lover swayze, and a reluctant psychic goldberg who assists him in saving her. A common theme in the romantic genre from this period is the ghost as a benign guide or messenger, often with unfinished business, such as 1989s field of dreams, the. Blackmailer is a straight up mystery with a thin man vibe that bare makes sense. The smiling ghost 1941 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. The smiling ghost is a middling b picture that will entertain fans of alexis smith andor comedy mysteries of the old dark house variety. Halloween havoc the smiling ghost warner brothers 1941. Ghost was theatrically released on july, 1990 by paramount pictures. Ghost is a 1990 american romantic fantasy thriller film directed by jerry zucker, written by bruce joel rubin, and starring patrick swayze, demi moore, whoopi goldberg, tony goldwyn, and rick aviles. A friend sent this photo to me and said that his uncle visited this house in august 2006.
The film runs 71 minutes and it will keep your attention. However, its a distinctly second rate affair, so those with only a passing interest in the aforementioned assets will find much of ghost slow going, even with its short running time. The smiling ghost full movie download free wfethsgvbg. The smiling ghost 1941 is one of those fastpaced scarysilly. The smiling ghost 1941 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and. Like the armored ghost before it, the bedsheet ghost has long lost its fright appeal, and is mostly comical today. Sherlock holmes 1954 tv series classic full original series, classic series, full length episode, english, full movie sherlock holmes was a detective television series aired in syndication in. Ghost stories, creature features, psychopaths, and more make up the best horror movies of 2019. If you like old dark house horror and comedy you should find this very entertaining. The smiling ghost with chester morris is also a good spooky film in this set. The klan aside, dressing up as a bedsheet ghost is usually indicative of an illconceived or apathetic scare attempt, because on their own, a person in a white sheet really isnt that scary to anyone over 6 years old. With wayne morris, brenda marshall, alexis smith, alan hale.
So, three of elinors fiancees have fallen to the wayside, the smiling ghost is responsible, and, that there newspaper backs me up big time. Sherlock holmes tv series classic full movie, series. The second, paul myron, is in an iron lung due to a car accident, and is working with plucky girl reporter is there any other kind in these films. Select any poster below to play the movie, totally free. Her aunt hires lucky downing to become engaged to her for a month to break the curse. In any case the smiling ghost, though far from a masterpiece of the haunted comedy genre, is still a welcome addition. I found it up there with the true great films that should never be forgetten. Wayne morris, brenda marshall, alexis smith, alan hale, lee patrick, david bruce, helen westley, willie best. Aug 29, 2014 smiling ghost 1941 directed by lewis seiler with a screenplay by kenneth gamet and stuart palmer that was based on palmers original story this mildly entertaining b movie mystery comedy features one of prolific racially typecast character actor willie bests longest onscreen performances.
While out on the town one evening, new york couple sam patrick swayze and molly demi moore are. Based on an original story by stuart palmer author of the hildegarde withers mystery novels, which garnered their own film series at rko, the smiling ghost is derivative but charming stuff, rich in sliding panels, clutching hands, and characters who are not all they claim to be. The 1970s saw screen depictions of ghosts diverge into distinct genres of the romantic and horror. Jun 05, 2014 an interesting hybrid of popular film genres, ghost showcases the talents of its entire cast. Jul 08, 2017 the film moves along at a brisk pace even though the plot is very simple and short. Its on a great wb six movie set with the forever brilliant sh. The ghost is roman polanskis best film since tess 30 years ago, and as immaculately crafted a thriller as were likely to see this year. Hidden clues in hereditary that you might have missed. Feb 20, 2006 yes, willie best is very funny in the smiling ghost.
An almost complete list of both the psychotronic video guide and the encyclopedia. The other movies are very good, great plots for b movies and good acting. For best viewing, we recommend plugging your headphones in, turning the volume up, and switching the lights off. A really decent collection of six mysteryhorror bfilms. This is a fantastic setup for a film, but director jordan downey doesnt quite deliver it as. Find premium, highresolution illustrative art at getty images. I think he was an underated performer in that many focus on the stereotypical characters he portrayed. The most provocative minds in horror bring you two new short films every week exploring the human condition through warped and uncanny perspectives. Watch the smiling ghost asianboy2251 on dailymotion.
Ghost is an old film, it has seen its days but the raw emotion and powerful talents keep the hype up. The smiling ghost 1941 changes the movie database tmdb. But lucky becomes a target of what appears to be the ghost of one of the former fiances. Clips from the 1941 film the smiling ghost featuring brenda marshall as lil barstow, willie best as clarence, alexis smith as elinor bentley.
Though billed only eighth best in a subservient and fairly stereotypical if expanded role. The film moves along at a brisk pace even though the plot is very simple and short. The smiling ghost is a 1941 film directed by lewis seiler and starring wayne morris, alexis. Smile pinki story of a smiling little girl short film. An heiress seems to be cursed as each of her intended grooms meets with a horrible end. But lucky becomes a target of what appears to be the ghost of one of the. In fact, his performance in this film and in ghost breakers are my favorites by him. Screenplay by kenneth garnet and stuart palmer, based on a story by stuart palmer. Find similar and related movies for the smiling ghost 1941 lewis seiler on allmovie. After submitting to his demands, sam is murdered anyway. Ive been saving a warners archive set called horrormystery collection for this challenge, and after these two films im dumping it. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on youtube. See the full list of the smiling ghost cast and crew including actors, directors, producers and more.
This movie had alexis smith, wayne morris, brenda marshall in the lead roles of the film premise no data available. A smiling ghost highres vector graphic getty images. The smiling ghost seems reluctant to crack a smile. The films various storylines wouldnt hold together as well as they do if there werent an overarching theme that ties everything together, with ismaels ghosts finally becoming a study. The smiling ghost is a 1941 film directed by lewis seiler and starring wayne morris, alexis smith, and alan hale. Oct 12, 2017 sherlock holmes 1954 tv series classic full original series, classic series, full length episode, english, full movie sherlock holmes was a detective television series aired in syndication in. Join sign up keep track of your favorite shows and movies, across all your devices. The very best of the bunch is the hidden hand with craig stevens with a good plot, plenty of seedysuspicious characters, and a good dose of humor. While out on the town one evening, new york couple sam patrick swayze and molly demi moore are confronted by a mugger. They are all good, but the best two are the smiling ghost and the hidden hand with willie best in them. Yes, willie best is very funny in the smiling ghost. The smiling ghost 1941 lewis seiler related allmovie. Clips from the 1941 film the smiling ghost brenda marshall. Written by kenneth gamet, based on a story by stuart palmer.
Sherlock holmes tv series classic full movie, series, full. On imdb tv, you can catch hollywood hits and popular tv series at no cost. Watch full episodes of a smiling ghost story and get the latest breaking news, exclusive videos and pictures, episode recaps and much more at. Overview of the smiling ghost, 1941, directed by lewis seiler, with wayne morris, brenda marshall, alexis smith, at turner classic movies. An interesting hybrid of popular film genres, ghost showcases the talents of its entire cast. Apr 17, 2010 the ghost is roman polanskis best film since tess 30 years ago, and as immaculately crafted a thriller as were likely to see this year. Willie best was also a talented musiciansong writer, but, a drug arrest ended his film career, he worked in television for a while before retiring to.
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