Magic Box (1951)

This biographical drama traces the life of inventor and British cinema pioneer William Friese-Greene, from his film innovations to his troubles at home.

Director: John Boulting
Cast: Robert Beatty, Janette Scott, Richard Attenborough, Maria Schell, Bernard Miles, Margaret Johnston, Basil Sydney, David Oake, John Howard Davies, Robert Donat
Runtime: 01h 47m
Type: Movie

Magic Box (1951)

This biographical drama traces the life of inventor and British cinema pioneer William Friese-Greene, from his film innovations to his troubles at home.

Director: John Boulting
Cast: Robert Beatty, Janette Scott, Richard Attenborough, Maria Schell, Bernard Miles, Margaret Johnston, Basil Sydney, David Oake, John Howard Davies, Robert Donat
Runtime: 01h 47m
Type: Movie
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