Network British Musicals Of The 1930S Volume 5

From playful romantic comedies to variety extravaganzas, the pre-war British musical films offered audiences a source of much-needed escapism throughout the decade haunted by the Great Depression and the growing menace of war. Often adapting much-loved hits of the music hall as well as serving as vehicles for the eras composers, performers and band leaders, they showcased home-grown talent alongside some of Hollywoods most bankable stars.This ongoing, multi-volume collection makes available a wealth of rare gems from the very earliest days of the British talkies, many of which have remained unseen since their original release each film is presented uncut, in a brand-new transfer from the original film elements in its as-exhibited theatrical aspect ratio.HAPPY (1934)A young musician invents an anti-theft device for cars, but works as a jazz conductor while waiting for his invention to be successful.Black and White / 77 mins / 1.37 : 1 / Mono / EnglishINVITATION TO THE WALTZ (1935)London Lees meer over de Network British Musicals Of The 1930S Volume 5 van network in de productgroep entertainment