Gilbert and Sullivan
At the height of Gilbert and Sullivan's powers in the late 19th Century, the Savoy Theatre in London was built by impresario Richard D'Oyly Carte specifically to stage their works. Their cultural impact is undeniable and their surreal comedy musicals are still loved today. Below is Alice's collection of their works committed to celluloid, along with Mike Leigh's tribute 'Topsy-Turvy'.
Patience (1995)
8.5/10
Director: John Cox
Starring: Christine Douglas, Anthony Warlow, Heather Begg, Dennis Olsen
All the ladies are in love with poetry - and poets - except Patience. This classic performance of Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera is set in two act... Read more
The Pirate Movie (1982)
5.1/10
Director: Ken Annakin
Starring: Christopher Atkins, Kristy McNichol
A parody pastiche of Hollywood's finest films, this musical comedy puts a pop music spin on Gilbert and Sullivan's "The Pirates of Penzance." When pla... Read more
The Pirates of Penzance (1983)
7.2/10
Director: Wilford Leach
Starring: Angela Lansbury, Kevin Kline, Linda Ronstadt, Rex Smith, George Rose
Frederic (Rex Smith), who has spent his formative years as a junior pirate, plans to mark his 21st birthday by breaking free from the Pirate King (Kev... Read more