The read
It runs a compact 55m.
Synopsis
An uncredited Anthony Asquith is one of the directors of this WWII film (a joint UK/US production) which aims to explain British culture and character to the newly arrived American soldier. Starting with the ubiquitous pub visit, the film breezes through geography lessons, food and entertainment on the Home Front.
Ratings
IMDb7.2/10
3 audience votes
Key crew
- Burgess MeredithDirector
- Anthony AsquithDirector
- Burgess MeredithWriter
- Sam SpewackWriter
Cast
- Burgess MeredithSelf (uncredited)
- Bob HopeSelf (uncredited)
- Jacob L. DeversSelf (uncredited)
- Felix AylmerSchoolmaster (uncredited)
- Carla LehmannThe Unknown Girl (uncredited)
- Beatrice LillieSelf (uncredited)
- Johnnie SchofieldBert (uncredited)
- Beatrice VarleyVi (uncredited)