Review of The Titfield Thunderbolt (1953) by Sgt. C — 10 Apr 2015
(75%).
A fine British comedy that is English as a rainy summer day. This really is a joy to watch with its fantastic pacing, eccentric characters, and a charming fun wit running right the way through. And despite this being incredibly twee with its chocolate box village, there is a rebellious spirit that bubbles to the surface that is present in many of these great Ealing films. It must be said this isn't what I'd call the funniest film of all time, or even the funniest Ealing film, but it's just so watchable and and likeable, with the brilliant line from Stanley Holloway: "Is it a pleasant prison?" all making this a very worthy watch.
This review of The Titfield Thunderbolt (1953) was written by Sgt. C on 10 Apr 2015.
The Titfield Thunderbolt has generally received positive reviews.
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