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This Happy Breed (1944)

"A Sweeping Panorama of Living"

7.219441h 51mEN
Drama

Directed by David Lean

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

1h 51m

Language

EN

Release

May 28, 1944

Director

David Lean

Official Trailer

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Overview

A chronicle of the lives of the Gibbons family, from shortly after the end of the First World War to the beginning of the Second.

Cast

Robert Newton

Robert Newton

Frank Gibbons

Celia Johnson

Celia Johnson

Ethel Gibbons

Amy Veness

Amy Veness

Mrs. Flint

Alison Leggatt

Alison Leggatt

Aunt Sylvia

Stanley Holloway

Stanley Holloway

Bob Mitchell

John Mills

John Mills

Billy Mitchell

Kay Walsh

Kay Walsh

Queenie Gibbons

Eileen Erskine

Eileen Erskine

Vi Gibbons

John Blythe

John Blythe

Reg Gibbons

Guy Verney

Guy Verney

Sam Leadbitter

Betty Fleetwood

Betty Fleetwood

Phyllis Blake

Merle Tottenham

Merle Tottenham

Edie

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into This Happy Breed (1944), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A chronicle of the lives of the Gibbons family, from shortly after the end of the First World War to the beginning of the Second.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of This Happy Breed. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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