Facing the Music (1933 film)
| Industry | Film production |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Elstree , United Kingdom |
| Products | Films |
Facing the Music is a 1933 British musical comedy film helmed by director Harry Hughes, featuring performances by Stanley Lupino, Jose Collins, and Nancy Burne. The film is alternatively titled Jewel Song.
Plot
To boost his client's publicity, a publicist orchestrates a counterfeit jewel theft, but the scheme soon falls apart.
Cast
- Stanley Lupino portraying Jack Foley
- Nancy Burne as Nina Carson
- Jose Collins in the role of Calvini
- Nancy Brown playing Rivers
- Doris Woodall as D'Ava
- Lester Matthews cast as Becker
- Dennis Hoey in the role of Capradossi
- Morris Harvey portraying De Breen
- Hal Gordon as Sim
Production
The movie was produced by British International Pictures at their Elstree Studios, forming part of a series that showcased the well-known stage performer Stanley Lupino. The visual design was overseen by art director David Rawnsley.
Critical reception
TV Guide characterized the film as "a rigid opera-inspired production utilizing Faust as its setting," whereas britishfilmclassics.wordpress.com commended Stanley Lupino for his "greatly amusing performance" filled with numerous sight gags and witty one-liners.
References
Bibliography
- Wood, Linda. British Films, 1927–1939. British Film Institute, 1986.