The George Formby Film Collection

George Formby was one of the classic comedians/ musicians from the past, even though he was not what you could call a hunk he always had a soft spot for the women who fell for him because of his heart. Plus he played a ukelele unheard of today ha, it was nice to hear it being played. The stories were a mixture of events but George always came through as a hero and helper, these are classics in there own rights. I wonder if Hollywood made them again would they make George into some plastic faced nobody like they do with modern films (rubbish).

These 7 films were the post Ealing series of George Formby films made for the British office of Columbia pictures and all produced & directed by French director, Marcel Varnel. They go from 1940-1946 and the last, George in Civvy Street, the last feature George ever made although he did do a few TV variety appearances in the 1950s before his untimely, sudden, death. The prints are very good to excellent and two are missing the Columbia trademark at the opening, but then some of the ATP/Ealing titles have been doctored too. Songs are sung in these films and in one he actually has a guitar and not his famous UK. I assume he is playing it. The films were made at three studios rented for the purpose and two refer to Gainsborough Studios in Islington/London as Gainsboro' Studios. I enjoy them all and I think George in Civvy Street is my favourite. The main song as the guys come home to London after the war in a large ship is very rousing and tuneful. Ronald Shiner appears in most of these films.Columbia UK also made two films with Forces Sweetheart Vera Lynn which were released on DVD. Unfortunately one came from a print found in USA and was retitled and, typically at the time, chopped by about 10mins.

Rather "old hat" films now they're around 70 years old, but, I loved watching the entire set one awful, gloomy, rainy day. George Formby films, as are Laurel & Hardy ones, are timeless though. Don't be put off by these black and white greats - they're watchable over and over again. This box set was great value for £ and I can promise you'll love George's songs and his "uke" too!! Seven films, yes 7, (whether you like them or not, as per a previous Amazon customer or two) is exceptional value compared to one film (plus extras) in a cinema today

These 7 films were the post Ealing series of George Formby films made for the British office of Columbia pictures and all produced & directed by French director, Marcel Varnel. They go from 1940-1946 and the last, George in Civvy Street, the last feature George ever made although he did do a few TV variety appearances in the 1950s before his untimely, sudden, death. The prints are very good to excellent and two are missing the Columbia trademark at the opening, but then some of the ATP/Ealing titles have been doctored too. Songs are sung in these films and in one he actually has a guitar and not his famous UK. I assume he is playing it. The films were made at three studios rented for the purpose and two refer to Gainsborough Studios in Islington/London as Gainsboro' Studios. I enjoy them all and I think George in Civvy Street is my favourite. The main song as the guys come home to London after the war in a large ship is very rousing and tuneful. Ronald Shiner appears in most of these films.

Great collection george formby at his best they show you dont need to be a handsom star to make cool movies. For next to no money.you can see how they enjoyed making these movies. The old ones are the best .

There have been many reviews of this boxed set so I will not attempt to list the contents as others have done. The CDs cover his Columbia recordings; I have not seen the earlier Ealing ones except 'No Limits' (very good). The whole set will appeal to those who yearn 'for the good old days' and a bit of nostalgia - they are full of the 'feel good factor'. His playing is amazing and one wishes that he did more singing and playing and less acting in most of the films. The film 'Get Cracking' is an interesting precursor to Dad's Army - one of my favourites. I recommend this set to all George Formby fans and lovers of nostalgia. Will now save up for the Ealing set!

Being a George Formby fan all my life I find these films great to watch for his acting, playing and singing.Some of the films are my first viewing.Thanks for the production of the lot.Brian.

These films would make anyone giggle. Even if you are not a fan, they will make you smile. His songs are very cleverly written. I first saw them when I was young am nearing 60 and still enjoyed them.