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      Great Expectations

      Released Oct 22, 1934 1h 40m Drama List
      Reviews A young boy, Pip (George Breakston), encounters an escaped prisoner, Magwitch (Henry Hull), and steals food for him. After the convict is captured, Pip meets the reclusive Miss Havisham (Florence Reed) and her niece, Estella (Anne Howard), eventually becoming friends with the girl. Wealth comes to Pip via a mysterious benefactor and he goes off to London for an education. As adults, Pip (Phillips Holmes) and Estella (Jane Wyatt) become romantic, and Pip learns the identity of his patron. Read More Read Less

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      Ella H. McCormick Detroit Free Press The settings of old London are a delight in themselves. The film should be given high rating in every detail. Feb 1, 2021 Full Review Helen Brown Norden Vanity Fair An exciting version of the Dickens novel, pungent with the original flavour and spirit, well-acted... Jun 7, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Steve D There are better versions but it is a solid adaptation of one of the all time greats. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 05/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Pip, a man who possesses great expectations is undoubtedly an unforgettable character. I especially like the scene at sea when they were trying to help his benefactor escape. Great movie. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/16/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Synopsis A young boy, Pip (George Breakston), encounters an escaped prisoner, Magwitch (Henry Hull), and steals food for him. After the convict is captured, Pip meets the reclusive Miss Havisham (Florence Reed) and her niece, Estella (Anne Howard), eventually becoming friends with the girl. Wealth comes to Pip via a mysterious benefactor and he goes off to London for an education. As adults, Pip (Phillips Holmes) and Estella (Jane Wyatt) become romantic, and Pip learns the identity of his patron.
      Director
      Stuart Walker
      Producer
      Carl Laemmle Jr.
      Screenwriter
      Gladys Unger
      Distributor
      Universal Pictures
      Genre
      Drama
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Oct 22, 1934, Original
      Runtime
      1h 40m