William Rushton
Nacimiento : 1937-08-18, Chelsea, England
Muerte : 1996-12-11
Historia
William George Rushton was an English cartoonist, satirist, comedian, actor and performer who co-founded the satirical magazine Private Eye.
Himself
Live show of Willie Rushton and Barry Cryer, recorded at the Hackney Empire
Himself
After the criticisms of the 1987 show’s disproportionate focus on music - and the financial disaster of its music-only Festival Of Youth weekend concert in 1988, Amnesty returned to the original formula that had been so successful in the 1976-1981 era with a primary focus on comedy. Pat Duffy was dropped from organising any further benefit events for Amnesty and for the 1989 show, Amnesty hired producer Judith Holder.
Cuando a causa de un accidente tres trabajadores de una fábrica de chocolate caen en la masa del producto, los responsables descubren que el sabor es mucho mejor y a la gente le encanta. Pero hay un problema: un joven que aspira a ocupar un puesto en la empresa presencia casualmente el hecho. La dirección no puede arriesgarse a que confiese a la policía lo que ha sucedido. La única solución que se les ocurre es ofrecerle un buen puesto: su trabajo consistirá en buscar materia prima para elaborar tan delicioso chocolate. (FILMAFFINITY)
Narrator
Sam dreams of meeting Father Christmas, so when Santa arrives at his house Sam hides in the big guy's sack. Later, Santa discovers the stowaway, and invites him to a special Christmas dinner, where he presents Sam with a special watch.
Dodger
Randy plumber Sid South enjoys a profession which offers him ample opportunity to bed sexy housewives.
Wilfred Crimble
While a private detective is away on vacation, his not particularly bright assistant takes it upon himself to "solve" a case that comes in. Complications ensue.
Snotty Shuttleworth
Con todo el mundo - amos, amantes, sirvientes - sin cesar metiéndose en la cama con los demás no es de extrañar Cockshute Castillo esté en quiebra. Se organiza un matrimonio de conveniencia para el hijo o la hija de la casa con alguien rico, a menos que la membrana de caucho de la India recientemente inventada por el hijo tenga algún uso.
Councillor Eldridge
In hopes of winning a home decoration competition, the overbearing Mrs. Foster employs two men to repaint her flat. The kids volunteer to decorate the neighbouring flat of the elderly sisters. The front door keys are mixed up...
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Lewis Carroll's 'Alice' stories are used to explain certain sections of the Labelling of Food Regulations 1970.
John Cleese, Michael Palin and Terry Jones celebrate the Guinness Book of World Records.
Walter Tumbril
A parody of the long running radio show "The Archers", an everyday story of country-folk based in the fictional village of Umbridge.
Tobias Cromwell
While fleeing across the Irish countryside, two orphans are pursued by their villainous uncle, a master of disguises.
Bennet
Mario Beretti, un hombre despreocupado, recibe como herencia 13 sillas antiguas. Decide venderlas para sacar algún dinero rápido, pero después se entera de que una de las sillas tenía escondidos unos documentos valorados en una fortuna. Mario intentará recuperar las sillas, pero no será fácil.
Barclays Bank documentary about computers in the UK and how they might be used in the future.
Sylvester Wall
In Victorian London, the British Government attempts a solution to the problem of prostitution by establishing the world's most fabulous brothel.
Dylan's Assistant
Harriet Blossom is married to Robert Blossom, a businessman who'd rather spend the night at his bra factory than at home with her. One day, Harriet's sewing machine breaks, so Robert sends a repairman, Ambrose, to fix it. It's lust at first sight for Harriet, who convinces Ambrose to hide out in the attic for a tryst. When her new beau shows no desire to leave, the pair begin a years-long love affair right under Robert's nose.
Tremayne Gascoyne
En 1910 tiene lugar una gran carrera entre Londres y París que es patrocinada por el rico editor de un periódico británico. Los participantes proceden de todas partes y protagonizan toda clase de peripecias, rivalidades y aventuras amorosas.
The Alberts (Bruce Lacey, Tony Gray and his brother Dougie Gray) attempt to take off. There are two edits of this film, both with their own distinct ending.
An actress dressed as a nun flounces off a film set and has a series of encounters on the streets of London.
Gerry
Success has James Brewster's name written all over it, and he also has his heart set on his boss's daughter. A con artist hires him to help out on a bank scheme, but then again, James will do anything to get rich and be the most successful businessman in Britain-even if it means murder!!!
Fat Friend
A series of musical vignettes formed from the dreams of a slumbering workman.
