It's a Wonderful World 1956
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 89 minutes
- Director
- Val Guest
- Network
- George Minter Productions
What is It's a Wonderful World?
It's a Wonderful World is a 1956 British comedy and music film directed by Val Guest. The story follows two aspiring songwriters who achieve success by attributing their music to Rimsikoff, a fictitious avant-garde composer living abroad.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1956
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 89 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 28, 1956
- Studios
- George Minter Productions
- Genres
- Comedy, Music
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~89 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- George Minter Productions
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It's a Wonderful World is a 1956 British comedy and music film directed by Val Guest. The story follows two aspiring songwriters who achieve success by attributing their music to Rimsikoff, a fictitious avant-garde composer living abroad. The plot centers on the duo's struggle to maintain the ruse after their music hits the charts and is performed at a concert, duping both the public and critics.
The film blends elements of music and comedy to examine the nature of artistic fame. It features a cast including Terence Morgan, George Cole, Kathleen Harrison, Mylene Demongeotová, and James Hayter. The narrative focuses on the escalating pressure the protagonists face to produce the real composer they invented.
Should you watch it?
“Two songwriters claim a hit tune was written by a reclusive genius they invented.”
- Explores the absurdity of music critics and public perception
- Features a plot centered on a high-stakes musical deception
- Offers a concise runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes
- The plot relies on a deceptive scheme that may not appeal to all viewers
Watch it if you enjoy comedies about aspiring artists and elaborate hoaxes.
This is a comedy and music film with a runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed the 1956 film It's a Wonderful World?
The film was directed by Val Guest.
What is the plot of the movie?
Two songwriters sell a tune by claiming it was written by a reclusive genius, then must deal with the fallout when the song becomes a hit.
How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes.
Who are the main actors in the film?
The cast includes Terence Morgan, George Cole, Kathleen Harrison, Mylene Demongeotová, and James Hayter.
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