Gloria Swanson and Laurence Olivier star in this 1930s comedy drama directed by Cyril Gardner. Newlyweds Judy and Nicholas Randall (Swanson and Olivier) seem to have the ideal marriage based on perfect understanding and mutual respect. While away on their honeymoon Nicholas gets drunk and sleeps with his former mistress Stephanie (Nora Swinburne). Overcome with guilt Nicholas confesses to Judy who promptly forgives him although deep down she conceals feelings of anger and betrayal. When Nicholas suspects Judy of having an affair he confronts her and the pair realise that maybe their marriage isn't perfect after all.
Suspense and wry humour abound in this classic murder mystery set in an English country house – one of the first films made in Britain by influential American director Bernard Vorhaus with a cast that includes former child star Sally Blane acclaimed British player Lewis Casson and comedy stalwarts Hay Petrie and Hal Gordon. Released in 1933 Crime on the Hill is featured here in a brand-new transfer from the original film elements in its as-exhibited theatrical aspect ratio. A wealthy squire who had bequeathed much of his estate to his niece is found to have been poisoned and suspicion soon falls upon the young woman's fiance Tony. As speculation runs rife in the village a local vicar turns amateur sleuth in an attempt to prove the young man's innocence... Features: Image Gallery Original Script PDF
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