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Jessie Royce Landis

Jessie Royce Landis (1902-1972) was an American actress known for her roles in films such as "To Catch a Thief" and "North by Northwest." She also appeared on Broadway and in television shows. Despite a successful career in Hollywood, Landis was known to be self-deprecating and critical of her own talent.

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North by Northwest

North by Northwest

Film Age rating: 9 Year: 1959 IMDB Rating: 8.3

Advertising man Roger Thornhill is mistaken for a spy, triggering a deadly cross-country chase.

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To Catch a Thief

To Catch a Thief

Film Age rating: 8 Year: 1955 IMDB Rating: 7.4

An ex-thief is accused of enacting a new crime spree, so to clear his name he sets off to catch the new thief, who’s imitating his signature style.

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My Foolish Heart

My Foolish Heart

Film Age rating: 5 Year: 1950 IMDB Rating: 6.8

After a long absence, Mary Jane visits her schoolfriend Eloise, and Eloise's daughter Ramona. Eloise drinks too much and is unhappily married to Lew Wengler. Eloise falls asleep and remembers her time...

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It Happens Every Spring

It Happens Every Spring

Film Age rating: n/a Year: 1949 IMDB Rating: 6.8

A scientist discovers a formula that makes a baseball which is repelled by wood. He promptly sets out to exploit his discovery.

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Mr. Belvedere Goes to College

Mr. Belvedere Goes to College

Film Age rating: n/a Year: 1949 IMDB Rating: 6.8

A middle-aged genius goes to college for the first time.

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Boys' Night Out

Boys' Night Out

Film Age rating: 13 Year: 1962 IMDB Rating: 6.5

Fred, George, Doug and Howie are quickly reaching middle-age. Three of them are married, only Fred is still a bachelor. They want something different than their ordinary marriages, children and TV-din...

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Bon Voyage!

Bon Voyage!

Film Age rating: 1 Year: 1962 IMDB Rating: 5.7

The Willards from Terre Haute, Indiana travels abroad for the once-in-a-lifetime vacation in Paris, France. Harry Willard believes that the greatest problem will be avoiding tap water, but bringing hi...

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Critic's Choice

Critic's Choice

Film Age rating: 6 Year: 1963 IMDB Rating: 5.7

Parker Ballantine is a New York theater critic and his wife writes a play that may or may not be very good. Now Parker must either get out of reviewing the play or cause the breakup of his marriage.

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