The read
It runs a compact 1h 17m.
Synopsis
When Cicely Courtneidge's mother (also played by Miss Courtneidge, albeit in heavy makeup), retires, Cicely succeeds as Queen of the Marvellos, a family of music-hall performers. However, when young Dorothy Hyson begins an affair with a young soldier, Miss Courtneidge is trapped between her responsibilities and memories of her affair years ago with another young soldier.
Ratings
IMDb5.5/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Maurice ElveyDirector
Cast
- Cicely CourtneidgeJenny Marvello / Maisie Marvello
- Edward Everett HortonSebastian Marvello
- Anthony BushellLt. Ronald Jamieson
- Dorothy HysonJudy Marvello