Glad Tidings streaming
1953 Movie Drama, Comedy 65 min
By: Wolf Rilla With: Ronald Howard, Barbara Kelly, Brian Smith, Diana Calderwood, Jean Lodge
Colonel's adult children object to him marrying an American widow.
Mood
Comedic
Lighthearted
Sentimental
Cast & Crew
Wolf Rilla
R.F. Delderfield
Jean Lodge
Raymond Huntley
Diana Calderwood
Ronald Howard
Brian Smith
Barbara Kelly
Adaptation
Based On Play
Budget
Low-Budget
Second Feature
Narrative Structure
Domestic Comedy
Pace
Slow-Paced
Time-Period
1950S
Central Conflict
Family Disapproval
Marriage Objections
Characters
American Widow
Children
Retired Officer
Ending
Family Reconciliation
Romantic Resolution
Historical Context
Post-Wwii Britain
Key Plot Points
Family Resentment
Romantic Relationship
Plot
American Fiancée
Family Resentment
Retired Raf Officer
Rural Community
Setting
Rural England
Shooting Location
Nettlefold Studios
Walton-On-Thames
Theme
Family Relationships
Marriage
Social Acceptance
Genre
Comedy
Domestic Comedy
Audiences
British Film Enthusiasts
Classic Comedy Fans
Titles
Glad Tidings
Critical Reception
Adequate Acting
Not Very Amusing
Slow-Moving
Reception
1950S British Cinema
Mixed Reviews
Production Countries
United Kingdom
Release Year
1953
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