Tim Turner

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Acting

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Gender

Male

Birthday

07-Sep-1924

Age

(102 years old)

Place of Birth

Bexley, Kent, England, UK

Also Known As
  • John Freeman Turner

Tim Turner

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Credits

Look at Life: Men Against the Sea Look at Life: Men Against the Sea (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
For centuries the Dutch have fought against the sea: this film looks at the Delta Plan, a spectacular sea-defence scheme.
Look At Life: Turn of The Wheel Look At Life: Turn of The Wheel (1964) Character: N/A
A look at what happens to old trains when they've outlived their purpose.
Look at Life: Alpine Rescue Look at Life: Alpine Rescue (1959) Character: N/A
A Swiss Flying Club uses adapted aircraft to deliver supplies to Alpine ski lodges - and to effect the rescue of injured mountaineers
Look at Life: Forward, March! Look at Life: Forward, March! (1964) Character: N/A
The infantryman as the indispensable soldier of the British Army
The Blue Streak Rocket: Britain's Part in Europe's Space Plan The Blue Streak Rocket: Britain's Part in Europe's Space Plan (1964) Character: Narrator & Commentator
The building and launch of the British-made Blue Streak rocket.
Look at Life: Everything Stops for Tea Look at Life: Everything Stops for Tea (1962) Character: Commentator
A short documentary about the tea drinking culture in the UK and the industry behind it.
Look at Life: Goodbye, Piccadilly Look at Life: Goodbye, Piccadilly (1967) Character: Narrator
This documentary in the Look At Life series – made by the Rank Organisation for screening in Odeon and Gaumont cinemas – was released in 1967 and anticipated a radical redevelopment of Piccadilly Circus, which never actually happened.
Look at Life: Report on a River Look at Life: Report on a River (1963) Character: Commentator
A look at the River Thames, its past and present, from source to the sea. An examination of what has been done and is being done to modernize port services and to keep traffic moving—from holiday pleasure seekers to bustling commerce.
Look at Life: Rising to High Office Look at Life: Rising to High Office (1963) Character: Narrator
A fascinating look at 1963 mod-looking corporate office technology. Punched card data processing centers. The complex infrastructure that supports London's biggest office that attracts visitors from all over the world, not just to see the view, but to study a mid-20th century development.
Look at Life: Fire over London Look at Life: Fire over London (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
The film Fire Over London is about the operation of the London Fire Brigade. In an office's switchboard room we see one of the hideous T&N green and ivory telephones supplied by General Telephone Systems. Another shot deep in the bowels of St Paul's Cathedral gives a glimpse of a two-tone grey ATE 'Coffin Phone' as used on Communications Systems private exchange systems.
Look at Life: Figure It Out Look at Life: Figure It Out (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
The story of computers: from electronic tape and punched cards, to austere-looking robots.
Look at Life: Eating High Look at Life: Eating High (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
An examination of the 60's trend of top-of-skyscraper revolving restaurants. First an overview of Europe's best then it's a detailed look at the problems involved in running the restaurant at the top of London's Post Office Tower.
Look at Life: Eagle's Nest Look at Life: Eagle's Nest (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at Hitler's 'Eagle's Nest' in the Bavarian Alps; a construction which survived World War II, that has now become a popular tourist attraction.
Look at Life: Shelling Out Look at Life: Shelling Out (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
The world of shellfish, from the delicate tasting oyster to the succulent mussel.
Look at Life: Trouble on Oily Waters Look at Life: Trouble on Oily Waters (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
How oil spills are dealt with and prevented.
Look at Life: Calling the Tune Look at Life: Calling the Tune (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the popularity of music, both classical and electronic, in the mid-sixties.
Look at Life: Island Refuge Look at Life: Island Refuge (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
The work of warden David Saunders and his family on the island of Skomer, one of Britain's many wildlife havens.
Look at Life: Glorious Mud Look at Life: Glorious Mud (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
An entertaining look at the role mud plays in all of our lives.
Look at Life: Over My Shoulder Look at Life: Over My Shoulder (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the increasing popularity of martial arts in the UK.
Look at Life: Living with Cars Look at Life: Living with Cars (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the increase in cars on the streets of the 1960s.
Look at Life: Keeping Clean Look at Life: Keeping Clean (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
New ways of cleaning in the mid-sixties.
Look at Life: Instant Homes Look at Life: Instant Homes (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
An interesting study of how new homes and flats are being built and the importance of building them faster.
Look at Life: Pilot Aboard Look at Life: Pilot Aboard (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
The captivating story of Britain's pilotage services to shipping.
Look at Life: Silver's New Shine Look at Life: Silver's New Shine (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A unique look at silver and the extraordinary jobs it is used for today.
Look at Life: Rag Time Look at Life: Rag Time (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
Exploring the world of student's rags in Manchester, Hull, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Look at Life: The Car Has Wings Look at Life: The Car Has Wings (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
The transportation of cars by air, sea, railway, and other methods.
Look at Life: By Bread Alone Look at Life: By Bread Alone (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at all of the fascinating aspects about baking and how women influence what bread is made of.
Look at Life: Anything to Declare? Look at Life: Anything to Declare? (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the Customs and Excise service in Britain.
Look at Life: Doctor on Call Look at Life: Doctor on Call (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the services that doctors provide, with a focus on a flying doctor in the remote areas of jungle in Malaya.
Look at Life: Boys Without Girls Look at Life: Boys Without Girls (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the boy's clubs across Britain, with a glimpse at what their future is likely to be.
Look at Life: Drummers of the Queen Look at Life: Drummers of the Queen (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A spotlight on the Junior Guardsmen's Company, which teaches drumming among other trades.
Look at Life: Glamour Gets a Passport Look at Life: Glamour Gets a Passport (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A glimpse of the UK fashion industry and its export plans.
Look at Life: Gypsy Holiday Look at Life: Gypsy Holiday (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
Every May, Gypsies flock to the French seaside town of Saintes-Maries in the Camargue, for a festival in honour of a black Madonna (Sara) - the Gitan Pilgrimage.
Look at Life: Lady by the Sea Look at Life: Lady by the Sea (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the world of one of Britain's most respected establishments: the seaside landlady.
Look at Life: Pictures Tell the Story Look at Life: Pictures Tell the Story (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the distribution of pictures and film that are used in newspapers, magazines and news bulletins.
Look at Life: Putting on an Act Look at Life: Putting on an Act (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
Amateur dramatics in Great Britain.
Look at Life: Out of a Bomb Site Look at Life: Out of a Bomb Site (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
An intriguing look at cycle speedway. A game born on improvised tracks amid the rubble of the air raids. Now, more than 20 years later, it has become a thriving amateur sport.
Look at Life: Safe in a Boat Look at Life: Safe in a Boat (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
Charting the improvements in safety at sea.
Look at Life: Saving a Heritage Look at Life: Saving a Heritage (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A detailed report on the National Trust and what it is doing to save Britain's national heritage.
Look at Life: The Changing River Look at Life: The Changing River (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
An in-depth look at the changing face of the River Rhine.
Look at Life: The Needles Point the Way Look at Life: The Needles Point the Way (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
A visit to the Isle of Wight, with glimpses of the stunning coast, picturesque towns, and magnificent countryside.
Look at Life: Will Taps Run Dry? Look at Life: Will Taps Run Dry? (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at what is being done to ensure that Britain doesn't face a water shortage.
Look at Life: You Can't Catch Much from a Fish! Look at Life: You Can't Catch Much from a Fish! (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the compulsory quarantine dogs and cats taken into Great Britain must go through in order to stop rabies being brought into the country.
Look at Life: Do It Yourself Look at Life: Do It Yourself (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
An interesting look at the many and varied do-it-yourself jobs going on all over Britain.
Look at Life: Old School Tie Look at Life: Old School Tie (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A visit to three of the most famous British public schools, showing their background and prospects for the future.
Look at Life: Blood and Fire Look at Life: Blood and Fire (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the activities of the Salvation Army and how it has adjusted to the different needs of modern society.
Look at Life: Flying to Work Look at Life: Flying to Work (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
We take to the air in planes and helicopters with a look at the increasing number in Britain's airspace; including a glimpse of the businessmen, jockeys, and models taking off.
Look at Life: Women at Sea Look at Life: Women at Sea (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
An interesting look at the various seafaring jobs for women - from work on the great passenger liners, to merchant navies, plus a look at Russian women at sea.
Look at Life: Talking of Coaches... Look at Life: Talking of Coaches... (1959) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the motor coach, with a view from the back of a coach during a tour of Italy.
Look at Life: The Key of the Door Look at Life: The Key of the Door (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the educational centres where training in technical subjects is aiming to keep pace with the demands of this scientific age.
Look at Life: What Price Safety? Look at Life: What Price Safety? (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at what is being done to make cars and roads safer and to prevent accidents on the roads of Britain.
Look at Life: Digging Up the Past Look at Life: Digging Up the Past (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at archaeology and ways to preserve history.
Look at Life: City of Sailors Look at Life: City of Sailors (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
Taking a look at changing face of Portsmouth, England.
Look at Life: Fings Are Getting Smaller Look at Life: Fings Are Getting Smaller (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
Taking a look at how everything is being reduced in size in the compact age of the 1960s.
Look at Life: The Golden West Look at Life: The Golden West (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A film exploring the buried wealth beneath the soil of Cornwall, from its famous tin mines to the flourishing industries built on granite, stone and china clay.
Look at Life: For Crying Out Loud Look at Life: For Crying Out Loud (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A fascinating look at the advertising industry, with a focus on how it works and what it does
Look at Life: Clearway for Ships Look at Life: Clearway for Ships (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the dredging of the River Thames so the new big ships can sail along.
Look at Life: Bookies at the Crossroads Look at Life: Bookies at the Crossroads (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
Study of the present state of bookmakers in England, their possible future, and competition represented by the tote.
Look at Life: One for the Road Look at Life: One for the Road (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the police procedures when they see a driver under the influence.
Look at Life: Early Starters Look at Life: Early Starters (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at Britain's nursery schools.
Look at Life: Hyde Park Corner Look at Life: Hyde Park Corner (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at reworking of the travel system in the Hyde Park area, including Marble Arch.
Look at Life: The Flying Soldier Look at Life: The Flying Soldier (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at how the British Army developed its own Air Corps.
Look at Life: Hidden Strength Look at Life: Hidden Strength (1967) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the hidden exports of the city of London and all the different Investments that are made.
Look at Life: Jobs with a Thrill Look at Life: Jobs with a Thrill (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at jobs requiring a head for heights.
Look at Life: A Fair Cop Look at Life: A Fair Cop (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the role women play in the British Police Force.
Look at Life: The Village Sleeps Again Look at Life: The Village Sleeps Again (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the arguments for and against building bypasses, and their effects on small towns and villages.
Look at Life: Living on a Volcano Look at Life: Living on a Volcano (1967) Character: Self - Commentator
Ascension Island is home to many families, who sometimes work there for up to two years.
Look at Life: You're Under Inspection Look at Life: You're Under Inspection (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
From birth, we are all inspected. This jolly film shows various ways everything in life is tested for various reasons.
Look at Life: Treading on the Gas Look at Life: Treading on the Gas (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the methane gas ships that come to the UK from the Sahara Desert.
Look at Life: Jumping Jets Look at Life: Jumping Jets (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the new Hawker Siddeley Kestrel jet, that can take off like a helicopter.
Look at Life: High and Dry Look at Life: High and Dry (1967) Character: Self - Commentator
A compelling look at the ceremony of the installation of Sir Robert Menzie as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports.
Look at Life: The Tower of Babble Look at Life: The Tower of Babble (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at how the Post Office Tower, now called the BT Tower, was built - and what goes on inside it.
Look at Life: Away from the Blackboard Look at Life: Away from the Blackboard (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
Taking a look at British comprehensive schools a decade after their inception.
Look at Life: Driving Test Look at Life: Driving Test (1959) Character: Self - Commentator
Driving school tuition, including the innovative mock-up car, the junior driver course and the training of police drivers and London bus drivers.
Look at Life: Shopping for a Queen Look at Life: Shopping for a Queen (1959) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into what it takes to replenish and 83,000 ton liner, the Queen Elizabeth, before her next voyage.
Look at Life: All Through the Night Look at Life: All Through the Night (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into trunk roads with the night lorries, following the night drivers, to see where they eat and who they meet.
Look at Life: Boxes of Tricks Look at Life: Boxes of Tricks (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the machines used for teaching, the educational box of tricks which is being used in many different ways.
Look at Life: Evening Paper! Look at Life: Evening Paper! (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at English evening papers and how science is helping them to cut costs.
Look at Life: Smashing Through Look at Life: Smashing Through (1959) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the exciting world of stock car racing, with glimpses at all the bumps and smashes, and thrills and spills that make up this amazing sport.
Look at Life: Submarine Look at Life: Submarine (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at life in a submarine and the work that is carried out within.
Look at Life: Holiday - with Pay Look at Life: Holiday - with Pay (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at what students get up to during their three-month summer holidays.
Look at Life: Face Lift Look at Life: Face Lift (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A tale of two cities, looking at the ways in which Paris and London have set about cleaning up their appearance.
Look at Life: Rendered Safe Look at Life: Rendered Safe (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
The spotlight shines on the brave bomb disposal units of the three services, and a look at the many risks they take.
Look at Life: The Wall Look at Life: The Wall (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland, and a more detailed examination of the Berlin Wall in Germany.
Look at Life: Riding It Rough Look at Life: Riding It Rough (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the sport of speedway racing, a sport which satisfies the modern thirst for speed. Also, with a look at how cross-country riding introduced a new hazard of man made obstacles
Look at Life: Under Your Feet Look at Life: Under Your Feet (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
Beneath our feet is a little-seen world. This film reveals the labyrinth of London's sewers, an Aladdin's cave of silver, and the GPO's unique tube railway.
Look at Life: State Occasions Look at Life: State Occasions (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the fascinating work of the Earl Marshal of England and the College of Arms, who are behind every full state ceremonial.
Look at Life: Any Old Iron? Look at Life: Any Old Iron? (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the people who prepare salvaged steel to be re-used, also with a glimpse at the steel foundries which melt it all down again.
Look at Life: Look - No Hands! Look at Life: Look - No Hands! (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
An interesting look at model planes and how they are used for work as well as play.
Look at Life: Moving Day Look at Life: Moving Day (1967) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at how the headquarters of NATO was moved out of France and re-established in Belgium.
Look at Life: Music by the Mile Look at Life: Music by the Mile (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at piped music, with a focus on how it is produced and networked.
Look at Life: Roll Out the Barrel Look at Life: Roll Out the Barrel (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the ancient art of barrel-making, and all the different uses that they are put to.
Look at Life: Taking the Waters Look at Life: Taking the Waters (1967) Character: Self - Commentator
The spotlight falls on some of the aspects of the social services in the Germany.
Look at Life: No Place Like Home Look at Life: No Place Like Home (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the unlikely buildings that have been made into homes, with a glimpse of a house built like a child's construction set.
Look at Life: The Cherry-Pickers Look at Life: The Cherry-Pickers (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the history of the 11th Hussars, a regiment that celebrated its 250th anniversary in 1965.
Look at Life: The Churchill Pilgrimage Look at Life: The Churchill Pilgrimage (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A trip to Chartwell Manor to look at the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.
Look at Life: Over the Sticks Look at Life: Over the Sticks (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at steeplechasing in Britain.
Look at Life: Sea Riders Look at Life: Sea Riders (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the world's toughest power-boat race, taking place off Britain's South Coast, from Cowes to Torquay.
Look at Life: Cool Cats Look at Life: Cool Cats (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the world of cats from the rare to the newer breeds, including the fashionable Siamese.
Look at Life: Putting Up a Show Look at Life: Putting Up a Show (1967) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into the complex organisation of exhibition display, which draw hundreds of thousands of people to every show.
Look at Life: Funny Business Is No Joke Look at Life: Funny Business Is No Joke (1967) Character: Self - Commentator
A peek behind the scenes at the business of the comedian and how it is being expanded for film and television.
Look at Life: The Straits of Dover Look at Life: The Straits of Dover (1967) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the 750 ships that pass through the five mile wide shipping channel every day.
Look at Life: Taxi! Taxi!! Look at Life: Taxi! Taxi!! (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into the organisation behind London's taxis, their maintenance, regulation of meters, training for the 'knowledge' to picking up passengers and driver welfare.
Look at Life: Ark in the Sky Look at Life: Ark in the Sky (1967) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the livestock traffic passing through Heathrow Airport which are cared for by the RSPCA.
Look at Life: Controlled Landing Look at Life: Controlled Landing (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
Inside the control tower as air traffic controllers talk down an incoming Comet aeroplane in the London fog.
Look at Life: Pushing the Bike Look at Life: Pushing the Bike (1967) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the impact of the bicycle and the increasing interest in cycle racing.
Look at Life: Playing Trains Look at Life: Playing Trains (1968) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at Britain's promising railway preservation scene, featuring a trip with the locomotive Flying Scotsman on one of its last mainline runs.
Look at Life: East of Suez Look at Life: East of Suez (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
More than 50,000 British soldiers, sailors and airmen police the rivers and jungles of Borneo.
Look at Life: Having a Baby Look at Life: Having a Baby (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the medical and social services available for both hospital and home births.
Look at Life: How Do You Swing? Look at Life: How Do You Swing? (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
How research into the golfer's swing is progressing.
Look at Life: Girls of the Air Look at Life: Girls of the Air (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the women of the WRAF.
Look at Life: In Good Shape Look at Life: In Good Shape (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at The Design Centre in Haymarket, London, that opened in 1956 by Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh to showcase and endorse contemporary design on a permanent basis.
Look at Life: On the Scent Look at Life: On the Scent (1967) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the popularity of perfume and its many newer uses: from scented wrappings as an aid to sales, to scented fur coats and men's suits.
Look at Life: Plumbing the Depths Look at Life: Plumbing the Depths (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the importance of surveying the world's seas and oceans.
Look at Life: Relax, Relax! Look at Life: Relax, Relax! (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at what people do when they are not at work.
Look at Life: The Big Sell Look at Life: The Big Sell (1968) Character: Self - Commentator
The Look at Life cameras go abroad to see how Britain's goods and trade are being sold to other countries.
Look at Life: The Other Film World Look at Life: The Other Film World (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
Exploring some of the industrial applications of film, and the many ways in which it is used as a tool in man's search for knowledge.
Look at Life: I Protest! Look at Life: I Protest! (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A glimpse at some of the people in Britain who have something to protest about, including a look at the Aldermaston marchers and Speakers' Corner in London's Hyde Park.
Look at Life: Put Out the Flags Look at Life: Put Out the Flags (1967) Character: N/A
A look at the world of flag makers and their flags.
Look at Life: The Sweet Life Look at Life: The Sweet Life (1966) Character: Self - Commentator
A glimpse at Britain's colourful confectionery industry.
Look at Life: Air Hostess Look at Life: Air Hostess (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the duties and life of a Hunting-Clan air hostess on a flight to Rome and Benghazi.
Look at Life: Bottle Party Look at Life: Bottle Party (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the reasons as to why we throw away 200 million bottles every year.
Look at Life: Fairs Please Look at Life: Fairs Please (1960) Character: Self - Commentator (uncredited)
A look at post-war fairs, exploring their popularity, and diversity of entertainment.
Look at Life: Brains - Unlimited Look at Life: Brains - Unlimited (1960) Character: Self - Commentator (uncredited)
A look into an examination of the education system in Great Britain and the Commonwealth.
Look at Life: Match Makers Look at Life: Match Makers (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into the world of matches of all types. From the football match to the love match. From the boxing match to Britain's largest match factory.
Look at Life: Coming, Sir! Look at Life: Coming, Sir! (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into the developing hotel industry and the problems that it has to face.
Look at Life: Prison on Wheels Look at Life: Prison on Wheels (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into the trials and tribulations that confront drivers as parking is one of the major problems today in Britain's big cities.
Look at Life: Muscle Men Look at Life: Muscle Men (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into the world of muscle men in the army, wrestling and weightlifting.
Look at Life: Men with Ideas Look at Life: Men with Ideas (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into inventors and how they go about getting their inventions accepted.
Look at Life: What a Pet! Look at Life: What a Pet! (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into the world of pets with a special glimpse at budgerigars.
Look at Life: Fish and Ships Look at Life: Fish and Ships (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into the lives of fishermen and the background of the trawler industry.
Look at Life: Earning Their Keep Look at Life: Earning Their Keep (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into how police dogs and guide dogs for the blind are trained.
Look at Life: A Piece of Cake Look at Life: A Piece of Cake (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the training as a parachutist; from joining the school run by the Royal Air Force at Abingdon, to the first time ever jumping out of an aircraft with fifty-nine other soldiers.
Look at Life: Gibraltar’s New Day Look at Life: Gibraltar’s New Day (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the British overseas territory, one that has served as a British outpost since 1704, as it transforms into a holiday destination.
Look at Life: Flight Deck Look at Life: Flight Deck (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at how the aircraft carrier is now the central part of naval operations, with an appearance of the carrier HMS Hermes on exercise.
Look at Life: Island of Men Look at Life: Island of Men (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at Fair Isle, situated halfway between mainland Shetland and the Orkney Islands, and famous for its distinctive woollens. It faces a problem, two-thirds of the inhabitants are men.
Look at Life: Shape of a Ship Look at Life: Shape of a Ship (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the huge new liners being built, the life of cargo carrying ships and the exciting future of air freight.
Look at Life: The Big Blow Look at Life: The Big Blow (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the mechanical and human components that make a brass band
Look at Life: Island at the Cross-Roads Look at Life: Island at the Cross-Roads (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the plans to make the Isle Of Man a tourist attraction once more.
Look at Life: Action This Day Look at Life: Action This Day (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the tough training of the Royal Marine Commandos.
Look at Life: Char and Wad Look at Life: Char and Wad (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the services of NAAFI as they continue to supply the armed forces around the world.
Look at Life: Test Pilot Look at Life: Test Pilot (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the hard work of a test pilot's life, featuring the RAF Lightning, the 1960's supersonic watchdog of Britain's skies.
Look at Life: Crossing the Channel Look at Life: Crossing the Channel (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at why people from all over the world attempt to swim the English Channel.
Look at Life: The Last Battleship Look at Life: The Last Battleship (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
The story of HMS Vanguard and its final journey to the shipbreakers' yard.
Look at Life: Sea Horses Look at Life: Sea Horses (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the essential part of a port, tugboats, without which any big port would come to a standstill.
Look at Life: On the Map Look at Life: On the Map (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the Ordnance Survey and the maps it has been producing for over two centuries.
Look at Life: Signposts of the Sea Look at Life: Signposts of the Sea (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the lighthouses and lightships around Britain's coast.
Look at Life: One Horse-Power Look at Life: One Horse-Power (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at how horses and their police riders are trained, and exploring how they do their job.
Look at Life: The Box on the Wall Look at Life: The Box on the Wall (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look behind the scenes of industry, exploring what is being done to improve Britain's output.
Look at Life: Turning Blades Look at Life: Turning Blades (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the importance of the helicopter and its uses, both civil and military, but also its failure to become a passenger carrier.
Look at Life: Amphibian Look at Life: Amphibian (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the vehicle designed to assist war-time invasion called DUKWS or duck and other amphibious military craft.
Look at Life: Birdmen Look at Life: Birdmen (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the origins of man-powered flight, focusing on John Wimpenny, the first man to pedal himself through the air for more than half a mile.
Look at Life: A Flight of Fancy Look at Life: A Flight of Fancy (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
How does a homing pigeon 'home'? This film takes a look at the development of the birds, from fledglings to long-distance champions.
Look at Life: Looking for Nothing Look at Life: Looking for Nothing (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at a number of different sights, including the Manchester Whitweek walks, liners, pet-shop windows and holes.
Look at Life: Rebirth of a City Look at Life: Rebirth of a City (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the steps taken to rebuild Coventry after the devastation of the Second World War.
Look at Life: Roman Invasion Look at Life: Roman Invasion (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
Exploring the modern Roman invasion of coffee bars, leather goods and Italian immigrants in London.
Look at Life: A Pinch of Salt Look at Life: A Pinch of Salt (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into the depths of Britain's only salt mine, in Cheshire.
Look at Life: As Good as Gold Look at Life: As Good as Gold (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the production of gold and its journey through London, the world's most important gold market.
Look at Life: But Not on Sunday Look at Life: But Not on Sunday (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at a typical Sunday in England and various changes being considered by Lord Crathorne's Committee and the Lord's Day Observance Society.
Look at Life: City of the Air Look at Life: City of the Air (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at Heathrow Airport, with a focus on new airport developments in London, including Gatwick and Stansted.
Look at Life: Donkey Work Look at Life: Donkey Work (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the popularity of donkeys.
Look at Life: Draw the Fires Look at Life: Draw the Fires (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the railway modernisation schemes taking place in 1960s Great Britain and the controversy they caused.
Look at Life: The Sky's the Limit Look at Life: The Sky's the Limit (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the aerobatics of the RAF and civilian flying clubs.
Look at Life: Money in the Slot Look at Life: Money in the Slot (1965) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at vending machines and services and the decline in street salesmen.
Look at Life: Power Needs No Passport Look at Life: Power Needs No Passport (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at Europe's increasing need for electricity in the mid-1960s and how the challenge was being solved.
Look at Life: Rolling Home Look at Life: Rolling Home (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at caravan holidays and the original residents of caravans.
Look at Life: Salute the Engineer Look at Life: Salute the Engineer (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the wide range of jobs engineers undertake. This film celebrates their vital work, as more and more engineers are needed to keep pace with developing industry.
Look at Life: The City's Built for Shooting Look at Life: The City's Built for Shooting (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the cities and towns that are constructed for the world of cinema, including those for The Three Lives of Thomasina, The Victors, and 55 Days at Peking.
Look at Life: Spuds Galore Look at Life: Spuds Galore (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into the potato market and the ongoing research to find the perfect specimen.
Look at Life: The Price of Valour Look at Life: The Price of Valour (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at an auction of a Victoria Cross, with a glimpse at what VC holders are currently doing.
Look at Life: Ups and Downs Look at Life: Ups and Downs (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A short documentary about demolition work.
Look at Life: Market Day Look at Life: Market Day (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the British country market, including cattle markets and the problems they face.
Look at Life: A Clean Sweep Look at Life: A Clean Sweep (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
Exploring the effect of soot on our lives, especially on the erosion of buildings.
Look at Life: Malta Milestone Look at Life: Malta Milestone (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at how Malta has sought new methods of generating income after the demise of the great naval dockyard. Also, a look at the future of the island before its independence day in 1965.
Look at Life: Down on the Farm Look at Life: Down on the Farm (1959) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the developments in farming in the late 1950s.
Look at Life: At the End of a Rope Look at Life: At the End of a Rope (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the story of the rope and its many uses in Great Britain during the 1960s.
Look at Life: What's on the Roof? Look at Life: What's on the Roof? (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A new look at roofing and how traditional roofing crafts are being continued but with a difference.
Look at Life: Women with Leisure Look at Life: Women with Leisure (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at ten-pin bowling and the popularity amongst women.
Look at Life: Four Men Down Look at Life: Four Men Down (1959) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at the British Olympic bobsleigh team as they practise at St Moritz for the World Championships at Cortina in Italy.
Look at Life: Crowning Glory Look at Life: Crowning Glory (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into hairstyles, as well as wigs.
Look at Life: Meet the Mayor Look at Life: Meet the Mayor (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A visit to the Lord Mayor's Show in London with an interesting look at the office of the Mayor in Britain.
Look at Life: Glamour Girls Look at Life: Glamour Girls (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
Dive into the glamorous world of the fashion model from all angles, see them at work and some of them at play. Includes a look at the model school, model agent and different types of models.
Look at Life: Lights Up! Look at Life: Lights Up! (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
Exploring the world of lighting, including a glimpse of the famous Blackpool Illuminations.
Look at Life: In the Kart Look at Life: In the Kart (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A joyful film capturing the thrills and excitement of miniature motor racing, also known as karting, in Britain.
Look at Life: Pony-Tale Look at Life: Pony-Tale (1959) Character: Self - Commentator
The story of the pony, from the time it is rounded up in the forest until it enters the Pony Club Championships. The journey encompasses pony sales, training, and life at a riding school.
Look at Life: Sailing the Sky Look at Life: Sailing the Sky (1959) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into the thrills of gliding.
Look at Life: So They All Hover Now Look at Life: So They All Hover Now (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
Trucks, barrows and even stretchers are now using hover power. This film further explores hovercraft and how it has developed since its introduction in 1959.
Look at Life: Scooter Commuter Look at Life: Scooter Commuter (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
In ten years, the scooter population has increased from 4,250 to over 41,000. This film looks at the change.
Look at Life: Running Dry Look at Life: Running Dry (1960) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at UK drought of 1959 and the question as to whether Britain's water supplies are organised efficiently.
Look at Life: Men in the Mode Look at Life: Men in the Mode (1961) Character: Self - Commentator
A look into the story of the male fashion world and how it is slowly moving toward gaiety and decoration.
Hindle Wakes Hindle Wakes (1952) Character: Tommy Dykes
During a holiday to the beach Jenny meets Alan and agrees to spend the week with him. Wanting to keep this a secret from her parents Jenny gets help from her friend Mary to pretend her whereabouts but disaster strikes during a boating accident. It is soon discovered Jenny was not with Mary. When the parents find out the truth they pressure the couple to get married, but Jenny thinks otherwise.
Look at Life: Sound of a City Look at Life: Sound of a City (1964) Character: Self - Commentator
A look at how Merseybeat groups revolutionised pop music in Britain and across the world.
Look at Life: Jazz All the Way Look at Life: Jazz All the Way (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
A visit to the outdoor festival at Cleethorpes which hosts twelve top jazz bands.
Dunkirk Dunkirk (1958) Character: Officer (line of men in sea) (uncredited)
A British Corporal in France finds himself responsible for the lives of his men when their officer is killed. He has to get them back to Britain somehow. Meanwhile, British civilians are being dragged into the war with Operation Dynamo, the scheme to get the French and British forces back from the Dunkirk beaches. Some come forward to help, others were less willing.
Jackpot Jackpot (1960) Character: Peter
Back in London after serving time, an ex-convict learns that his wife is not willing to return to him. He plans to crack a safe at a club.
The Red Beret The Red Beret (1953) Character: Rupert
Steve MacKendrick resigns from the US Army after causing the needless death of a fellow officer. Wanting to serve in the war, he enlists as a Canadian in the British 1st Parachute Brigade. He proves himself exceptionally skilled for a recruit, arousing the suspicion of his commanding officer who starts an investigation. He redeems himself during combat. The film was titled "Paratrooper" in the US.
Mask of Dust Mask of Dust (1954) Character: Alvarez - racer
An idol of auto-racing fans attempts a comeback after serving in the Air Force. When his former rival lies dying in the hospital he must decide whether to continue in the Grand Prix, or make peace with his adversary. Featuring race car greats Stirling Moss, Reg Parnell, John Cooper, Alan Brown, Geoffrey Taylor and Leslie Marr.
Moulin Rouge Moulin Rouge (1952) Character: Artist (uncredited)
In 1890 Paris, Moulin Rouge is a nightclub where crippled artist Toulouse-Lautrec feels like he fits in. In the following years, he meets two women who provide an opportunity for him to find true love.
Gift Horse Gift Horse (1952) Character: Crewman (uncredited)
Compton Bennett's war drama The Gift Horse follows the fortunes of ageing destroyer The Ballantrae and her crew from the time they come together in 1940 until the climactic raid on occupied St Nazaire in 1942. Trevor Howard plays Lt Cmdr Hugh Alginon Fraser, the newly appointed captain, back in service after having left the navy following a court martial.
Operation Amsterdam Operation Amsterdam (1959) Character: Dutch Lieutenant
When Germany invades Holland in 1940, a British intelligence officer and two Dutch diamond merchants go to Amsterdam to persuade the Dutch diamond merchants to evacuate their diamond supplies to England.
A Night to Remember A Night to Remember (1958) Character: Third Officer Charles Groves
The sinking of the Titanic is presented in a highly realistic fashion in this tense British drama. The disaster is portrayed largely from the perspective of the ocean liner's second officer, Charles Lightoller. Despite numerous warnings about ice, the ship sails on, with Capt. Edward John Smith keeping it going at a steady clip. When the doomed vessel finally hits an iceberg, the crew and passengers discover that they lack enough lifeboats, and tragedy follows.
A Town Like Alice A Town Like Alice (1956) Character: British Sergeant
In 1941 Malaysia, the advancing Japanese army captures a lot of British territory very quickly. The men are sent off to labor camps, but they have no plan on what to do with the women and children of the British.
Grip of the Strangler Grip of the Strangler (1958) Character: Dr. Kenneth McColl
A researcher investigating a notorious serial killer who was hanged 20 years earlier seemingly becomes possessed by the long dead strangler.
Look at Life: High, Wide and Faster Look at Life: High, Wide and Faster (1963) Character: Self - Commentator
Look at Life was a regular series of short documentary films produced between 1959 and 1969 by the Special Features Division of Rank Organisation and screened in their Odeon and Gaumont cinemas. This release compiles 54 memorable films which offer a fascinating snapshot of transport in 1960's Britain. A look at road building in the United Kingdom in the 1950's.
Police Dog Police Dog (1955) Character: Frank Mason
When his colleague is killed during a chase in Kentish Town, London bobby Frank volunteers to become a dog-handler.
The Dam Busters The Dam Busters (1955) Character: Flight Lieutenant J. F. Leggo, D.F.C.
The story of the conception of a new British weapon for smashing the German dams in the Ruhr industrial complex and the execution of the raid by 617 Squadron 'The Dam Busters'.
Look at Life: New Roads for Old Look at Life: New Roads for Old (1959) Character: Self - Commentator
Look at Life was a regular series of short documentary films produced between 1959 and 1969 by the Special Features Division of Rank Organisation and screened in their Odeon and Gaumont cinemas. This release compiles 54 memorable films which offer a fascinating snapshot of transport in 1960's Britain. A look at road building in the United Kingdom in the 1950's.
Top Secret Top Secret (1952) Character: 1st Reporter
A British Sanitary Engineer, goes on holiday with a set of plans for a new secret weapon which he has mistaken for his new plumbing invention. Everyone is hunting for him, including the Russians. The Russians find him and offer him a job in the Kremlin doing research (on plumbing he believes). He accepts, arrives in Russia and falls in love with Tania, a secret agent. And then discovers the true nature of the plans he is carrying...
Look at Life: The Cinema Steps Out Look at Life: The Cinema Steps Out (1962) Character: Self - Commentator
A look cinema and its evolution regarding comfort and the different types of films that drew audiences in during the 1950's.
Jason and the Argonauts Jason and the Argonauts (1963) Character: Jason (voice) (uncredited)
Jason, a fearless sailor and explorer, returns to his home land of Thessaly after a long voyage to claim his rightful throne. He learns, however, that he must first find the magical Golden Fleece. To do so, he must embark on an epic quest fraught with fantastic monsters and terrible perils.



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