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The Man in the White Suit is a 1951 British satirical science fiction comedy film made by Ealing Studios. It stars Alec Guinness, Joan Greenwood and Cecil Parker and was directed by Alexander Mackendrick. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Writing (Screenplay) for Roger MacDougall, John Dighton and Alexander Mackendrick.
The Man in the White Suit: Directed by Alexander Mackendrick. With Alec Guinness, Joan Greenwood, Cecil Parker, Michael Gough. An altruistic chemist invents a fabric which resists wear and stain as a boon to humanity, but big business and labor realize it must be suppressed for economic reasons.
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- Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi
- Alexander Mackendrick
- 1952-04
Chemist Sidney Stratton (Alec Guinness) is at a crossroads in his career. He's been trying to invent a long-lasting clothing fiber, but his unreasonable demands for high-end equipment have...
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- Alec Guinness
- Alexander Mackendrick
- Comedy
Oct 23, 2018 · The Man In The White Suit ( 1951) An altruistic chemist invents a fabric which resists wear and stain as a boon to humanity, but both big business and labor realize it must be suppressed for economic reasons.
- 82 min
Overview. The unassuming, nebbishy inventor Sidney Stratton creates a miraculous fabric that will never be dirty or worn out. Clearly he can make a fortune selling clothes made of the material, but may cause a crisis in the process.
The unassuming, nebbishy inventor Sidney Stratton creates a miraculous fabric that will never be dirty or worn out. Clearly he can make a fortune selling clothes made of the material, but may cause a crisis in the process.
Brief Synopsis. A young inventor threatens the business world when he creates a cloth that can't tear or wear out. Cast & Crew. Read More. Alexander Mackendrick. Director. Alec Guinness. Sidney Stratton. Joan Greenwood. Daphney Birnley. Cecil Parker. Alan Birnley. Michael Gough. Michael Corland. Ernest Thesiger. Sir John Kierlaw. Photos & Videos.
