Percy Boon lives with his mother in a shared rented house with an assortment of characters in central London. Although well intentioned, Percy becomes mixed up with gangsters and a murder.
I was a voracious reader until my only child passed away. Reading no longer occupies my senses enough to keep my mind from drifting to sad, sad places. So I watch old films. My gratitude to those who bring them to us is immeasurable. Losing your only child is life changing to an aging disabled person. And very, very lonely.
Thank you for your comment. I am disabled and now old. I have two young sons. One is in difficulty but I still hope the best for him. I appreciate your comment which makes me realize how fortunate I am, and how I must not give up on my love for my children, and continue being devoted to them as long as I live. Whatever the outcome of our family, to love them to the end is our identity.
How lovely that you find some distraction from this tragedy. I am so very sorry for everything you have been through. Life can be so unimaginably cruel, but sometimes, small things like watching the older classics can take us into another time/realm & provide some comfort. God bless ❤
Deeply sorry for your loss. There are groups that help with grief after such a loss. That is what you need to get through this-you shouldn't try it all be yourself. Best wishes.
I find old movies lovely. I like the simplistic story and acting and music and the sets. They don’t make them like this any more. It takes time to enjoy being an individual again. It took me 15 years after my husband died. But slowly I became one instead of half a person. Completely independent of needs. It is worth the because few people really get to know whom they really are. It takes complete independence and time and you live a full ire with no regrets. Get yourself a wish list and start ticking them off before you too are out of time. That’s all life is, enjoy every thing the wind blows in your direction.
Wendy sorry for your loss and I pray watching theses old classic movies take you back to a period in your life that makes you happy. These movies take me back to a time when life wasn't difficult and I stay in that mental space and let all my personal worries drift away temporarily. Live in every joyful moment you get. God bless💐
Same here. I used to read every day but things have happened that have traumatized me. I love these old movies. They take me to a place of calm and inner peace. I love the architecture, the clothing, the cars, the deportment and manners of that era. It was all so civilized. Today's world is so rude and crude. I'm glad I lived when I did. Tomorrow's world holds nothing attractive for me. It's all about use and abuse, and the intentional destruction of everything worth having in one's life. These movies are the last breaths of fresh air and I'm ever so grateful for them. 😊
@@BrembeliaI agree with everything you have said..they were much better times..a era that will never be replicated again . It’ take a films like thses to lose yourself in the cold,nasty way people live now aday ,it’s a dog eat dog world now ..I’m glad ire up in the 60/70s much nicer times…although this was earlier ,after the 70s it fell apart.
The Wonderful British public.When something is wrong we stick our necks out to make sure it gets corrected( well back in the day!) Thanks for the upload.
Thank you for posting this great old classic drama , for all of us are great fans of old B&W classics and for free it’s nice to no not all people are out for the dallor bill , just kindness and sharing something you love with others you no will be so pleased with the old classics also . God Bless you and your family.🙏❤️🇨🇦
Does Alastair Sim ever fail to deliver monumental performances? Unforgettable moments from this classic. The expression on Joyce Carey's face during the trial is priceless ... this is just one of some many ... I never tire of watching this picture.
As a voracious fan of anything written/set in old London I found the book by Norman Collins titled "London Belongs to Me" years ago in a thrift store. Can you imagine my delight to stumble upon this movie !
Enjoyed seeing the wonderful Sydney Tafler (albeit uncredited) as the nightclub desk clerk. If only he'd been the lead in more movies than he actually was. Also good to see Susan Shaw, who was in several movies with him.
All the previous comments and more, Thank you for posting this gem, a young Richard Attenborough and alistair Sim, sheer joy, every member of the cast perfect in their rolè. This time of "Isolation" has made me realise the rich heritage of British Film.
Richard Attenborough RIP, 'Pinky' in Brighton Rock, my favorite, what a great actor, I used to see him be driven in his Roller, number plate RA every day past my flat in London many moons ago
Am with you both on this…this is a lovely film straight from the start with the beautiful music of introduction and the. perfect English tones of the compère…and all the « social atmosphere of Old England » to recall deeply loved memories….and the guarantee stamp of J. Arthur Rank film company! Can’t beat it! Thanks a million for making this treasure available for viewing! ( and the younger Alistair Sim. … » You have a room to let….? » Great! )
@@dennisroyhall121 Hi Dennis. I’m just online so have seen your message. It’s a very thick book and goes into a lot of detail about the characters and some have been missed out and some things changed altogether. The war is brought into it and the main family move to a cottage in the country. I read it every other year. I really recommend it.
It's amazing to see the now late Sir Richard Attenborough in a role - and the lead role too - when he was still in his 20's. And Alastair Sim to boot. I just happened upon this and saw it was well rated and reviewed so I gave it a try.
Thank You ACM TV . I was buying the book online today and saw that there was a film based on it .Came on here and found it .Now I am really looking forward to the book.The film was full of great characters Uncle Henry ,Mr Squales, Percy Boon. Never seen this film before and thoroughly enjoyed its Dickensian look at London just before the outbreak of World War Two,.
“Dulcimer Street” (1948) (“London Belongs to Me” (original title). (Release dates: UK: 12 August 1948 (London), UK: 13 September 1948, USA: 7 November 1948, Australia: 11 November 1949. Players: Richard Attenborough as Percy Boon, Alastair Sim as Mr. Squales, Fay Compton as Mrs. Josser, Stephen Murray as Uncle Henry, Wylie Watson as Mr. Josser, Susan Shaw as Doris Josser, Joyce Carey as Mrs. Vizzard, Ivy St. Helier as Connie Coke, Andrew Crawford as Bill, Hugh Griffith as Headlam Fynne, Eleanor Summerfield as The Blonde, Gladys Henson as Mrs. Boon, Maurice Denham as Jack Rufus, Ivor Barnard as Mr. Justice Plymme, Cecil Trouncer as Mr. Henry Wassall, Arthur Howard as Mr. Chinkwell, John Salew as Mr. Barks, Cyril Chamberlain as Detective Sergeant Wilson, Aubrey Dexter as Mr. Battlebury, Jack McNaughton as Jimmy, Henry Hewitt as Verriter, Fabia Drake as Mrs. Jan Byl, Sydney Tafler as Nightclub Receptionist, Henry Edwards as Police Superintendent, George Cross as Inspector Cartwright, Edward Evans as Detective Sergeant Taylor, Russell Waters as Clerk of the Court, Kenneth Downey as Mr. Veezey Blaize K.C., Basil Cunard as Foreman of the Jury, Wensley Pithey as First Warden, Manville Tarrant as Second Warden, Grace Allardyce as Schoolmistress, Arty Ash as Drunk, Stanley Beard as 2nd Policeman, Elise Bernard as Woman at door, John Boxer as Prison Officer, Susan Buret as Policewoman, Joe Clark as Police Constable, Ivy Collins as 1st Woman, Howard Douglas as Juryman, Alexander Field as Newspaper Seller, Alexis France as Bowker, Leo Genn, Narrator at introduction, John Gregson (indeterminate role), Lionel Grose, Usher, George Hilsdon as Old Bailey Policeman, Michael Kent as Pathologist, Frederick Knight as Newsboy, Frank Ling as Mechanic, Lala Lloyd as Sister, Arthur Lowe as Commuter on Train, Dodd Mehan, Doctor, Leonard Morris as Taxi Driver, Myrette Morven, Female Employee, Dido Plumb, Protester, Owen Reynolds as Police Sergeant, Ewan Roberts as 1st Policeman, J.H. Roberts as Old Gentleman, Stanley Rose as Warder, Alan Saynes, Clerk, Nellie Sheffield as 2nd Woman, Ewen Solon, Clerk, Reg Thomason as Bystander, and Paula Young as Miss Sweeting. (Sixty-four person cast)
This was a time when people had roots. They found a home and stayed there and had a life along with the same neighbors for many years. Not like that so much anymore.
ondon Belongs to Me (also known as Dulcimer Street) is a British film released in 1948, directed by Sidney Gilliat, and starring Richard Attenborough and Alastair Sim. It was based on the novel London Belongs to Me by Norman Collins, which was also the basis for a seven-part series made by Thames Television and shown in 1977.
Wow, what a superb cast, I struck gold on chancing upon this. God bless Pinewood and all of these Stars, every single one. Never the like or the twain shall meet again. This is pure poetry, let it flow, cheers. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Attenborough
Knew it was Attenborough by the voice. Don't recall seeing him this young! I love British films from this era. Older films tell a good story without all the gimmicks it takes to get folks in theater seats today. I just want a good story, well told.
The scene showing the arrival of the Alastair Sim character reminds me of the Alec Guinness character arriving at the old lady's house in The Ladykillers.
Thank you, ACM TV for this Easter Sunday treat during this dark and bleak COVID 19 hour. There's never a dull moment in this timeless classic, is there? The difference between the actors of yesteryear and the so called "stars" of today: those of the gold age, in addition to being blessed by natural talent, worked hard at practicing, polishing and perfecting their skills to deliver peerless performances over and over again. They served their real apprenticeship - their baptism of fire if you like - where it really mattered: ON THE STAGE and, thereafter, made the seamless transition onto the screen. Today, all one needs, it seems is a pretty face!
Thanks very much for making this available. Richard Attenbourough looks pretty young. Supposed to be 1938 and unbelievably the Nazis were in Europe when this was filmed. Skinniest turkey I ever saw..
A "cute" story from A-to-Z with an early, seminal performance by remarkable Richard Attenborough, and a good role for equally wonderful Alastair Sim!! The emerging Socialist tenant "taking to the streets" was a nice storyline element, and as punctuated by a pivotal cameo appearance by fabulous Hugh Griffith!!
We have every channel possible, every media possible. We're subscribed to every network possible. But in 2021 I still watch these old b/w films. Alistair Sim just makes a film. I don't think I've seen a bad film with him in it..
Could certain people get over the quality of the recording and 'Oh, it's NOT like what it was in the book'? Either watch and enjoy or click the off button.
Seaventeares , really? Who do you think you are trying to tell people what to do? This is the comment section so if you can't receive constructive criticism then maybe YOU should shut up or click a button!
The only part I didn’t understand was why the moonlight club got raided by the police…it’s not like there was prohibition in England, right? What, was dancing illegal in pre-war England, lol? Somebody clue me in please! Great movie though, loved all the different characters, great acting by all, and wonderful script.
