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Best of Friends

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This filmed version of a stage play revolves around the long friendship and correspondences of three early 20th century intellectuals: the playwright George Bernard Shaw (Patrick McGoohan), the nun Laurentia McLachlan (Dame Wendy Hiller) and esteemed museum curator Sydney Cockerell (John Gielgud). Presented almost entirely in the form of letters and writings, the film illustrates the scope of topics the friends covered throughout their long relationship, despite ideological differences.

Critics Reviews

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Tony Scott Variety 01/23/2018
Hiller quietly dominates program, illustrating the essence of practical spirituality. Go to Full Review Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat Spirituality & Practice 09/01/2002
Lovely and literate exploration of how friendship can spiritually enrich one's life. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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05/06/2010 Done in the format of a play (rather than as a movie). Three lifelong friends write/visit with each other and build on their friendships through both hardships and joy. Excellent acting by the major players. Thoroughly enjoyed this and recommend it! See more Read all reviews
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Alvin Rakoff

Director

John Gielgud

Sydney Cockerell

Wendy Hiller

Laurentia McLachlan

Patrick McGoohan

George Bernard Shaw

Movie Info

Synopsis This filmed version of a stage play revolves around the long friendship and correspondences of three early 20th century intellectuals: the playwright George Bernard Shaw (Patrick McGoohan), the nun Laurentia McLachlan (Dame Wendy Hiller) and esteemed museum curator Sydney Cockerell (John Gielgud). Presented almost entirely in the form of letters and writings, the film illustrates the scope of topics the friends covered throughout their long relationship, despite ideological differences.
Director
Alvin Rakoff
Genre
Drama
Runtime
1h 30m