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The Card is a 1952 British comedy film version of the 1911 novel by Arnold Bennett. In America, the film was titled The Promoter. It was adapted by Eric Ambler and directed by Ronald Neame. It stars Alec Guinness, Glynis Johns, Valerie Hobson, and Petula Clark.
The Promoter: Directed by Ronald Neame. With Alec Guinness, Glynis Johns, Valerie Hobson, Petula Clark. Edward Machin, an Edwardian-era young rogue of lowly origin, decides he must do what he can to raise his living standards in order to see the world and shape his own destiny.
Brief Synopsis. Henry, the earnest young son of a washerwoman, uses his wits, and occasional sleight of hand, to become the most successful man in town. During his rise from lowly clerk to local hero, Henry always remains true to his own good humor and generous nature.
Apr 9, 2018 · Based on Arnold Bennett's 1911 novel of the same name. ...more. The Card (1952) An impoverished and ambitious son of a washerwoman (Alec Guinness) works his way up the ranks of society by any...
A film of the novel, The Card (retitled The Promoter for American audiences), adapted by Eric Ambler and directed by Ronald Neame, was released in 1952. It starred Alec Guinness as Denry Machin, Petula Clark as Nellie Cotterill, Valerie Hobson as the Countess, and Glynis Johns as Ruth Earp.
A charming and ambitious young man finds many ways to raise himself through the ranks in business and social standing - some honest, some not quite so. If he can just manage to avoid a certain very predatory woman.
Overview. A charming and ambitious young man finds many ways to raise himself through the ranks in business and social standing - some honest, some not quite so. If he can just manage to avoid a certain very predatory woman. Ronald Neame. Director. Arnold Bennett. Novel. Eric Ambler. Screenplay.
