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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.
A comedy drama sci-fi film about a chemist who invents a self-cleaning fabric that threatens the clothing industry. Starring Alec Guinness, Joan Greenwood, and Cecil Parker, directed by Alexander Mackendrick.
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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
A comedy sci-fi film about an inventor who creates a self-cleaning fabric that threatens the clothing industry. Watch the trailer, see the cast and crew, and read the user score and overview of this classic British film.
A chemist invents a fabric that never gets dirty or wears out, but faces opposition from the clothing industry. IMDb provides a brief summary of the film's plot, cast and crew, user reviews, trivia, and FAQ.
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Nov 26, 2012 · A scene from the 1951 film The Man in the White Suit, where a chemist invents a dirt-resistant fabric that threatens the textile industry. The industrialists offer a bribe to the chemist's fiancée, implying a sexual transaction, in a shocking exchange.
