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Great Expectations

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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.

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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
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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
Stanley Bergerman
Screenwriter
Gladys Unger
Distributor
Universal Pictures
Production Co
Universal Pictures
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 22, 1934, Original
Runtime
1h 40m