Young Johnny Brent (James Fox) guiles another boy at his school into giving him a influential magnet. But other than that, for the most part the cast as terribly well spoken. 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The opening and closing sequences of this film have haunted me all my life with their beauty and power, and are one of the main reasons why I have loved films all my life. After several successful productions Fox handed over the chairmanship of the Reunion Theatre to Laurence Olivier. I have knocked one star off my rating for the lack-lustre sound quality. 13-Apr-1937) Brother: Robert Fox (producer, b. Lanky blond British lead of the 1960s who began as a child actor in the early 50s. Production manager: L.C. [2][3][5], In 1930 Fox left drama school and won a role in London's West End performing in an eight-month run of W. Somerset Maugham's new play The Breadwinner at the Vaudeville Theatre. [4][6], James Fox (then known as William) had appeared in The Miniver Story earlier in the year, and this was his first starring role, at the age of 11;[3] his performance was largely appreciated, being described by the British Film Institute's reviewer as "certainly lively enough as the over-imaginative Johnny". It doesn't have the imagination or innocence of a child, nor the maturity and voice of an adult, resulting in a generally dull experience that didn't hold my attention for even it's barely 70 minutes of run time. Metacritic Reviews. Profession Actor. YGD is a gaming initiative for 10-18 year olds which explores how games are made and the skill required to make them through workshops, a video series and an annual competition. CF. Filmed on location in Birkenhead; New Brighton; Liverpool and Wallasey. Various other things he overhears confirms his theory. (1989), Farewell to the King William Hubert Fox TD (26 January 1911 - 20 September 2008) was a British character actor and writer. Johnny Brent (a young James Fox - billed as William Fox), a 10 year old wanderer, cons a younger boy into giving him his magnet. (original screenplay) Cast (in credits order) verified as complete Produced by Music by William Alwyn Cinematography by Lionel Banes . William Fox, : After six years service Fox was demobbed with the rank of major (and had had a spell as an acting lieutenant-colonel). Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 May 2012. Actor: Vida Hope Actor: William Fox Actor: James . All in all a lovely, timeless classic of a movie! | [2][3][5], Fox was an officer in the London Irish Rifles. Dynastic roots. He wins them over by convincing them he is a fugitive from the police. Johnny mistakenly thinks she is talking about the little boy himself, and becomes convinced that he has caused the death of the boy. User Ratings (2000), Mickey Blue Eyes : At an hour and a quarter, it's frustratingly short, and definitely left me wanting more. camp in Singapore, has summoned talented Brit Marlowe (James Fox), whom he had not previously met, sidekick Max (Patrick O'Neal) attending, in Bryan Forbes'. , Package Dimensions (1997), Never Ever Though active on stage, his film appearances were few and include The Lavender Hill Mob (1951). This is a long way from the great ' Passport to Pimlico ' but to be fair whoever reads this must make up their own minds. (1998), Anna Karenina Mobilesite. Jinnah (1998) -- (Movie Clip) Divide The Country In Two? (1970), Arabella After an older boy uses the magnet to cheat at pinball and Johnny is implicated, Johnny continues to try to get rid of the magnet. Fox was married twice; first when aged 21, to the actress Carol Rees, with whom he had a daughter. After a six-year interruption for military service in World War II, his acting career did not reach the heights of his early years. (1985), A Passage to India (1986), The Old Curiosity Shop Fox enjoyed early success on the stage playing juvenile roles. (1993), The Remains Of The Day He staged the thriller Rope and following a glowing review from actor Cyril Maude, the play had an eight-week sold-out run. He has since appeared in a wide range of film and TV . He enjoyed early success on the stage playing juvenile roles. Available for both RF and RM licensing. Awards (1992), Patriot Games (1964), The Miracle of Our Lady of Fatima el padre: oh no complejo de edipo superyo se quiere follar a su madreel nio: de locos estoy en busca y captura. 1950 The story involves a young Wallasey boy, Johnny Brent (Fox), who obtains the eponymous magnet by deception, leading to much confusion. The grey jacket and short trousers he wears in THE MAGNET are exactly the same early 1950s style that Andrew Ray wore in The Yellow Balloon, which was made two years later in 1952.THE STUDIOCANAL DIGITALLY RESTORED DVD, OPTD2823. (1992), As You Like It He would also appear in an opera as Haushofmeister in Richard Strauss's Ariadne auf Naxos at Glyndebourne.[2][3]. With his distinguished middle-aged bearing, Fox has usually incarnated a series of old guard authority figures: David Lean specifically asked for him for "A Passage to India" (1984), and Fox was also effective as a British statesman who misguidedly gives in to his own prejudices and weaknesses while placating the Nazis in the name of peace in "The Remains of the Day" (1993). A classic Ealing comedy in which a young boy steals a magnet and becomes a hero. It's beautifully clear with not a mark on it. They leave him a tin of soup and some dry macaroni. Written by T.E.B. (1950), The Magnet William George Zane, better known as Billy Zane, was born on February 24, 1966 in Chicago, Illinois, to Thalia (Colovos) and William Zane, both of Greek ancestry. Made film acting debut, billed as 'William Fox' in "The Miniver Story", Played most prominent feature role as a child in "The Magnet", Returned to feature films after a ten-year absence to act in a small role in "The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner", First adult leading role in film, "The Servant", First American film since "The Miniver Story", "King Rat", Left acting for a time to join an international Christian missionary sect, the Navigators, One-shot return to acting, the religious drama, "No Longer Alone", Returned to acting regularly; appeared in the film, "Country", Played Waldorf on the PBS biographical miniseries, "Nancy Astor", Played Angus Meikle on the "Masterpiece Theatre" miniseries, "A Perfect Hero", Starred in Jonathan Glazer's "Sexy Beast", Cast as the King of Denmark in "The Prince and Me", Played Mr. Salt in Tim Burton's adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic tale "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" starring Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka. (1984), Runners He played opposite Peggy Ashcroft in As You Like It, and their performance was painted by Walter Sickert. Clarke. Absolute Beginners (1986) -- (Movie Clip) I Love This Look! The other boy's nanny accuses Johnny of stealing, which makes Johnny feel guilty and he tries unsuccessfully to get rid of the magnet, but it always finds its way back to him .He meets an eccentric old man (Meredith Edwards) who is raising funds to buy an Iron Lung for the local hospital, and; simply desiring to get rid of it, gives him the magnet to be auctioned off for charity. Filmed on location in Birkenhead; New Brighton; Liverpool and Wallasey.The then eleven years old William Fox, in only his second film, gives an excellent performance as Johnny Brent, the son of well off parents (Stephen Murray and Kay Walsh), who covets a large magnet owned by Kit (Michael Brooke), a younger boy who is building sandcastles on the beach at New Brighton and who is watched over by his nanny (Gladys Henson). TC. Looking forward to watching this film to see how Liverpool was in those days. (2005), Donald Cammell: The Ultimate Performance After being spotted dining together at the Savoy Grill by Priestley, who said he had never seen a couple "so much in love", they had a successful run in Priestley's play I Have Been Here Before which ran from 1937 until 1938. Directed by Charles Frend. He overhears and misinterprets some information he believes is connected with the boy he stole from. The Renown Crime Collection Volume 1 [DVD], The Foreman Went To France Fiddlers Three [DVD], Ealing Studios Rarities Collection: Volume 11 [DVD], Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations. During the 1950s and 1960s Fox's career was mixed; he did a season at Stratford and took on several West End comedies. (1965), The Servant I mostly remember it because it scared me. Directed by Charles Frend. After feeling guilt (and particularly the fear of being caught out) he hands the . He enjoyed early success on the stage playing juvenile roles. Charles Frend. [8], The film has not achieved the general popularity of better-known Ealing comedies such as Passport to Pimlico and The Lavender Hill Mob, although it is described as "a mild-mannered affair and the comedy gives way to a decidedly poignant conclusion". (1950), The Choir Johnny is awarded the Civic Gold Medal. Film data from TMDb. As far as I know, William / James is still alive and will be 80 years old next year, which gives some idea of just how long ago this film was made. Incidents come and go but James Fox is annoying as an actor and his accent is totally out of character in Liverpool, and the rest of the actors suffer from the same Kensington/Chelsea complaint, or should I say Belgravia and Mayfair. The 1960s saw him in fewer theatrical roles; he did however perform in film, television and radio, for which he also wrote. Third parties use cookies for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalised ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. It's all a bit forced, if somewhat harmless, though I'm not sure it would play to kids today unaccustomed to scarlet fever quarantines, unmonitored outdoor play, iron lungs, and having no toys better than a magnet. William Fox Thursday, 26th January 1911 - Saturday, 20th September 2008 Manila Philippines. Please try again. He later learned that in 1945, a few days before the liberation of Manila, his parents had been shot by the Japanese. He has traded in a magnet for an alleged invisible watch, and gives it away to clear his conscience yet can't escape what he did. This article was amended on Wednesday October 1 2008. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 April 2013. i was bought up in the area this film was made and this was made 25 years before i was. He offers the boy everything he has in return for the magnet but the boy won't swop it for anything. 'The Magnet (1950)' is one of the studio's lesser-known comedies, but ranks among their most charming efforts. Following this success Fox co-founded an acting troupe, based in the West Country, where they converted a former swimming baths in Teignmouth into a theatre. Well, it's definitely been restored as far as the image goes. Films rated under 7 that just deserve better! The actor William Fox joined the Shakespeare Memorial Theatre in 1951, not the Royal Shakespeare Company, as we reported in his obituary above. Whether youve taken your first steps in the industry or are just starting out, youll find plenty here to motivate and help you along the way. [2][3][5] Rees petitioned for divorce in 1937. - Read William Fox's Guardian Obituary Some elements are predictable - he thinks the police are out to get him when in fact they want to reward him - but there's some local character here from the Liverpudlian kids and some strong talent from cameoing stars like Harold Goodwin, Sam Kydd and Thora Hird. He is the son of influential talent agent Robin Fox, and brother of actor Edward and theatrical producer Robert. It very much reminded me of a proto Children's Film Foundation movie and, indeed, director Charles Frend would go on to shoot such pictures. Perhaps Fox's finest work in this period came in the bizarre but galvanizing "Performance" (1970), as a vicious hit man on the lam who hides out at a reclusive rock star's (Mick Jagger) mansion and falls prey to a series of bisexual orgies and weird costume changes. Assistant director: Norman Priggen. Performance (1970) -- (Movie Clip) Cog In An Organ, Performance (1970) -- (Movie Clip) Opening, Bachelor, Remains Of The Day, The (1993) -- (Movie Clip) One Doesn't Do That, Mister Lonely Aside from that, this wasn't too bad I guess. The story involves a young Wallasey boy, Johnny Brent (Fox), who obtains the eponymous magnet by deception, leading to much confusion. Now everyone, including the police, are trying to find Johnny to give him a medal for giving the man the magnet that helped raise the money for the Iron Lung.Later, Johnny sees the little boy's nanny and overhears her telling her friend (Thora Hird) about her budgie, which she says has died of a broken heart. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. (1983), Pavlova As a territorial soldier Fox was amongst the first to be called up in 1939 upon the declaration of war with Germany. William Fox is a 97 years old British actor from Manila, Metro Manila. External Reviews Inspired by this, and fortified by "lunch at L'Ecu de France", Fox joined the Territorial Army. A classic Ealing comedy in which a young boy steals a magnet and becomes a hero. . This Liverpool set Ealing Comedy is oddly devoid of Scousers until the back end of the film when the boy central to the plot crosses paths with a group of street urchins. The injured boy ends up in an iron lung made by the man to whom Johnny gave the magnet. , Writers Stephen Murray is a psychiatrist who uses jargon that is nonsense most of the time and the mention of Jung had me in fits of unwanted laughter. Of course, where else would you try to sell iron lungs, but at a bikini contest. EXTRAS ARE: A nine minutes long introduction to the film by film historian Steve Chibnall and an image gallery of around thirty production stills, plus the original British quad poster. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Ealing often sent their crews to exotic locations and the claim in the opening credits that this fanciful whimsy was filmed at Ealing Studios - unusually without Alec Guinness - is ironically promptly contradicted by its's vivid rendering by cameraman Lionel Banes of the Merseyside locations around which a young 'William' Fox (as he was then called) is pursued; although Banes does also do an atmospheric job on the interiors. The fashion-timing is wrong, as it's supposed to be 1958, but still the breakout moment for Suzette (Patsy Kensit), wardrobe assistant turned instant sensation, at the London runway show by "Henley Od" (James Fox), Anita Morris the reporter on the spot, in, Thoroughly Modern Millie - (Wide release trailer), When she comes to New York, Julie Andrews becomes, Lavender Hill Mob, The - (Original Trailer), An overlooked gold transporter with twenty years service plots to steal a million pounds of gold in the comedy, A convict's escape ignites passions in his hometown in. What a refreshing sight this film was to be enjoyed with my ten year old son, who by coincidence, was the same age as the protagonist in this film. To learn more about how and for what purposes Amazon uses personal information (such as Amazon Store order history), please visit our Privacy Notice. His guilt sparks a chain of misplaced assumptions that lead to a search being mounted for the boy, who has run away after becoming convinced that he is wanted for murder. [6], Fox went on to perform in J.B. Priestley's play Dangerous Corner, directed by Tyrone Guthrie; he was billed as "a great discovery". They are looking for him to give it back, thinking he's a poor waif, and he ends up on the run across the river in Liverpool, protected by a bunch of tough street kids, while his parents, Stephen Murray and Kay Walsh, search for him. The pier and ferry are no longer there but the Floral Pavilion and Wilkie's fairground (where they try to influence the pinball machine with the magnet) are. (1992), Afraid Of The Dark Although The Magnet is deemed to be a comedy, it relies more on the amusing aspect and if someone is not invested in that amusement he/she will find this movie uninteresting. Since his return to acting in the early 80s, Fox has been more prolific than ever, alternating offbeat, small-scale efforts ("Pavlova" 1983, "As You Like It" 1992), with mainstream Hollywood fare ("The Russia House" 1990, "Patriot Games" 1992) and prestigious historical epics. English films from right after the war particularly those from Ealing or Archers are a pretty interesting pocket to mine. I remember watching it when I was very young; probably around age 6. The modern RSC was formed in 1960. (1966), King Rat Though The Magnet oozes middle-class wholesome 1950's family values, which can be seen these days as starchy and very straight-laced, this unusual offering from the Ealing Studios works well on many levels. They had a son and a daughter together. [1] [2] Su carrera en el cine y la televisin comenz a finales de los aos 70.Entre sus papeles se destacan: Marty McFly en la triloga de Regreso al futuro (1985-1990); Alex P. Keaton en Enredos de Familia (1982-1989), por la cual gan tres . Set in London it would have been boringly believable but further North it just imposes London snobbery. More at (1991), The Russia House Fox read an advertisement in The Times inviting people to audition for the Central School of Speech and Drama, which had been founded by Elsie Fogerty and was at that time based at the Royal Albert Hall, London. To view this content, please use one of the following compatible browsers: James William Fox, (1994), Boiler Room Johnny . (2004), Cambridge Spies When I saw it for the first time recently on Talking Pictures TV, I was totally engrossed in it. Made by fans in Aotearoa New Zealand. His second wife was actress Patricia Hilliard, whom he first met in 1938 when they were in a play together. AKA William Fox. , Producers I can handle the truth. It is very amusing having Fox listen to adults having conversations that have nothing to do with him and getting more guilt-ridden with every adult boys he hears. William Fox (actor) Height and Physical Info As a fan of Hue and Cry, I was expecting something similar, which it is, but even better. Anyway that is what father psychiatrist says and while saying that looks as if he needs one of his own. He was initially trained to join a ski battalion which was to be sent to Finland to aid that country in the Winter War against the Soviet Union. It's main theme of "cheats not prospering" was a fine ideal then, and still applies today. Less farcical than many of Ealing Studios most famous productions, 'The Magnet' is, nevertheless, well worth watching for it's genuine characters and it's insightful take on postwar Britain. They hide him in a building on the disused pier. The film is funny, sharp-witted, and intelligent in its satire. (1994), Shadow on the Sun One of his roles involved helping to administer the meeting between Churchill, Roosevelt and Stalin in Tehran in 1943. , Stephen Murray, Kay Walsh, Meredith Edwards, Thora Hird, Gladys Henson, Studio Younger; produced the musical "Chess" on both the Broadway and London stages; formerly married to Natasha Richardson. One reviewer mentions the London accents being wrong for a Liverpool setting. In 1949 Ealing Studios release three films that established the Ealing Comedy. The film moves at a solid pace and, although it's not always successful, it's certainly never dull. 1947, with Lord Mountbatten (James Fox), representing the United Kingdom, in the bio-pic, King Rat (1965) -- (Movie Clip) The British Are Impressed, American Corporal King (George Segal, title character), the leading hustler at the Japanese P.O.W. IMDb (1989), Boys in the Island A lovely film giving us all a taste of nostalgia. Ealing Studios, London. Stock photos, 360 images, vectors and videos William Fox, the character actor who died on Saturday aged 97, was for some 60 years an elegant exponent of high English comedy; his captains and kings, judges and generals, counts and. [4], The film was a box office disappointment.[10]. (1986), Comrades His imagination - coupled with his stricken conscience - takes over, as the boy with the magnet becomes of interest to the local authorities. He was born as the middle son in the family of three children and grew up alongside two brothers in their London mansion. His mum realises something is wrong and tries to make him feel useful. Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings, help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them. (1968), Thoroughly Modern Millie : This film is one of the main reasons why I have loved films all my life. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Johnny mistakenly thinks she is talking about the little boy himself, and becomes convinced that he is guilty of murder and goes on the runThis is an utterly charming film, with the very photogenic William Fox holding the attention throughout. I'd simply remembered that it existed, and was amazed to find something about it on this site. Essentially a feature length Just William story, this very minor effort from the Ealing Studios is a comparatively toothless and uninteresting release from the studio. However, Johnny eventually manages to con it out of him by swopping it for an "invisible watch". William Fox. Right. The Magnet - Refreshing Simplicity for Children. However, an armistice was concluded before he reached the area; he then fought in the Battle of France, and was amongst those evacuated from Dunkirk. BAFTAs destination for youngsters to come and discover the magical worlds of film, television and games. It wasn't actually stepped, but a vicious prank gone bad that left young James Fox films with a guilty conscience and paranoid over every conversation that he hears. Tap into Getty Images' global scale, data-driven insights, and network of more than 340,000 creators to create content exclusively for your brand. Versatile actor and connoisseur of the civilised life, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, William Fox as Caesar in George Bernard Shaw's play Caesar and Cleopatra. original screenplay. Aspect Ratio An Ealing Studios production released through The J. Arthur Rank Organisation. Scouse accents are notable by their absence, but post-war Liverpool (and New Brighton, across the Mersey) provides a beautiful setting. I remember seeing this film on the children's' matine in the 1950's - I enjoyed it then, and it has lost none of its charm now. (1988), The Whistle Blower "ObituaryWilliam FoxVersatile actor and connoisseur of the civilised life", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=William_Fox_(actor)&oldid=1084098812, People educated at Haileybury and Imperial Service College, Alumni of the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Graduates of the Staff College, Camberley, Pages containing London Gazette template with parameter supp set to y, Pages using infobox person with multiple spouses, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 22 April 2022, at 15:02. [5], Given its setting, however, authentic local accents are absent until almost the end of the film, in a scene filmed in the shadow of the Liverpool Cathedral. Smith's wife, Joanne Cervelli Smith, said the star of. (1984), Greystoke: The Legend Of Tarzan, Lord Of The Apes He was related to the Hanbury and Neilson acting dynasty, through his mother, whose sister was the stage actress Lily Hanbury.Their first cousin Julia Neilson was married to the actor Fred Terry . To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. Having successfully obtained the magnet, Johnny immediately starts to feel guilty about his swindling behaviour. (1995), A Perfect Hero I must go against the grain of most reviewers here and despite the waste of the good actress Kay Walsh this film is in my opinion utterly boring. When I went to Liverpool I didn't understand a thing, wish I had met these people. : When he later re-encounters the original boy on the beach he swaps the medal for his old "invisible watch" and clears his conscience. Birth Place: Manila, Metro Manila. 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In 1932 he married Carol Rees, who was seven years his senior and already pregnant with their daughter. , Is Discontinued By Manufacturer [3][4], The Magnet was filmed on location in and around New Brighton, Wallasey, the Wirral, Cheshire, Liverpool, Ealing and at Ealing Studios, London, in black and white. living now in New Brighton,where the film is set and mostly filmed,and being at an age the be able to remember the 50's well,I was actually born the year this film was made,but it was a total delight to watch,seeing the overhead railway again,the beach,the Perch rock,the indoor fairground,I spent half my youth in there,and spotting all the locations around was wonderful,every person over 50 living on the Wirral should see this little film,not many real "scouse" accents though !did anybody spot the businessman on the Overhead railwaysurely that was Arthur Lowe but not mentioned in the credits,wonderful wonderful film. After a six-year interruption for military service in the Second World War, his acting career did not reach the heights of his early years. Sound recording: Len Hammond. As the boy continues to feel guilty for stealing the magnet, the magnet comes back to him in an unexpected way. I recently watched this video (there are more from the event on British Path's YouTube channel) of the unveiling of Danny Kaye's waxwork at Madame Tussaud's, in 1948. , Rated Following Staff College, Camberley, he spent the majority of the war stationed in North Africa and the Middle East. The Times, 19 October 1950, page 2: First advertisement for. So much so that I bought the remastered DVD of it.As an adult actor, William Fox changed his name to James Fox and co-starred in many films, including The Servant with Dirk Bogarde. 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