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      Storm in a Teacup

      Released Feb 25, 1938 1h 27m Comedy List
      Reviews 48% Audience Score 250+ Ratings Journalist Frank Burdon (Rex Harrison) works for a tiny Scottish paper. He is sent to write a light piece about government official Willie Gow (Cecil Parker), but decides to pen a more critical story when he sees Gow deny a local woman ownership of her dog because she can't pay for the animal's license. The article damages Willie's reputation and sparking a rivalry between the two men. Matters are further complicated when Frank falls for Willie's daughter, Vickie (Vivien Leigh). Read More Read Less

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      Ann Ross Maclean's Magazine Most movie goers will find it a wonderful relief after the recent round of dizzy comedies, which send one out wondering if it is the producers or ourselves who are going crazy. Jul 22, 2019 Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews It doesn't travel well into modern times. Rated: C+ Sep 7, 2010 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Steve D I didn't find it remotely amusing and Leigh is wasted. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 01/09/24 Full Review Audience Member Storm in a Teacup is not only an excellent film but also has many influential traits like those seen on Miracle On 34th Street and other films that followed. The story follows the trials of politics, compassion for others as well as oneself; all qualities found within this classic Scottish movie! It's so exciting to see young and early performances from Rex Harrison, Vivian Leigh. In modern days the antagonist would be treated more roughly but for its time Storm in a Teacup is just one great watch you should have on hand with your favourite scone and cup of tea. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/22/23 Full Review Tom M This underrated gem is considered by some as one of the best British comedies of the decade. Young Rex Harrison exudes his usual clever devil-may-care attitude and gorgeous Vivien Leigh lights up every scene. Cecil Parker makes the whole thing possible, playing Leigh's blowhard, arrogant (and possibly fascist ) father. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/28/20 Full Review Audience Member This isn't something that's a mist watch as far as classics, Viviene Leigh, or Rex Harrison are concerned. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 02/27/23 Full Review Audience Member lessor known Vivian Leigh/Rex Harrison but still watchable Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 01/21/23 Full Review Audience Member Aptly titled little bit of silliness with winning performances from its cast of future stars. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/27/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Synopsis Journalist Frank Burdon (Rex Harrison) works for a tiny Scottish paper. He is sent to write a light piece about government official Willie Gow (Cecil Parker), but decides to pen a more critical story when he sees Gow deny a local woman ownership of her dog because she can't pay for the animal's license. The article damages Willie's reputation and sparking a rivalry between the two men. Matters are further complicated when Frank falls for Willie's daughter, Vickie (Vivien Leigh).
      Director
      Victor Saville, Ian Dalrymple
      Producer
      Alexander Korda
      Screenwriter
      Ian Dalrymple, Donald Bull
      Distributor
      United Artists
      Genre
      Comedy
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Feb 25, 1938, Original
      Release Date (Streaming)
      Aug 10, 2016
      Runtime
      1h 27m
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