The Magic Box

(1952)Directed by John Boulting118 minDrama
A rich and deeply moving story of a man whose achievement opened up a new world, and of the two women whose love and sacrifices made it possible!

Now old, ill, poor, and largely forgotten, William Freise-Greene was once young and handsome William Green. He changed his name to include his first wife's for the photographic portrait work he excelled at. But he was also an inventor and his search for a way to project moving pictures became an obsession that ultimately changed the life of all those he loved.

Robert Donatas William Friese-Greene
Margaret Johnstonas Edith Harrison Friese-Greene
Maria Schellas Helena Friese-Greene
Renée Ashersonas Miss Tagg
Richard Attenboroughas Jack Carter
Robert Beattyas Lord Beaverbrook
Martin Boddeyas Sitter in Bath Studio
Edward Chapmanas Father in Family Group
JCJohn Charlesworthas Graham Friese-Greene
Maurice Colbourneas Bride's Father in wedding group
Roland Culveras 1st Company Promoter
John Howard Daviesas Maurice Friese-Greene
Michael Denisonas Reporter
Joan Dowlingas Maggie
Henry Edwardsas Fox Talbot's Butler
Mary Ellisas Nell Collings
Marjorie Fieldingas Elderly Viscountess
Leo Gennas Maida Vale Doctor
Marius Goringas House Agent
Everley Greggas Bridegroom's Mother
Joyce Grenfellas Mrs Claire
Robertson Hareas Sitter in Bath Studio
Kathleen Harrisonas Mother in Family Group