Funny Up North (2011)
• July 23rd, 2011 • 1h 14min
Comedy, Documentary
Overview
Documentary featuring a cavalcade of Northern comedy stars including the great Frank Randle, George Formby, Arthur Askey, Norman Evans and many more. The North of England has always enjoyed its own very particular brand of comedy, best seen today in Coronation Street. 80 years ago however Mancunian Studios produced feature films for the northern masses. Funny Up North tells the story of the Mancunian Studios, its eccentric owner John E Blakeley and its cavalcade of stars including such household names as Arthur Askey, Jimmy Jewell, George Formby and the legendary Frank Randle. Hosted by Professor Chris Lee, the authority on northern cinema, Funny Up North takes you on a journey from its humble beginnings to its sad demise in the 1960s.
Make sure to check your pop-up blocker!!
Trailer
Similar Movies
The District
Released on: 2004-12-09
Animation, Science Fiction, Comedy
In an effort to end family feuding, a young gypsy travels back in time to kill mammoths to ensure Hu...
Made for Each Other
Released on: 2009-04-25
Comedy, Romance
After three months in a sexless marriage, a man cheats on his wife and tries to justify his actions ...
Diminished Capacity
Released on: 2008-07-04
Action, Comedy, Drama, Thriller
A Chicago journalist suffering from memory loss takes leaves from his job and returns to his rural h...
Staying Together
Released on: 1989-11-10
Comedy, Drama
After their father abruptly sells the beloved family-owned restaurant that has employed them for yea...
Suckers
Released on: 1999-12-12
Comedy, Crime
A fiercely dishonest car salesman hires a new employee who owes a serious debt to loan sharks.
Brief Interviews with Hideous Men
Released on: 2009-09-25
Comedy, Drama
After her boyfriend mysteriously leaves her with little explanation, a doctoral candidate in anthrop...
How About You...
Released on: 2007-11-16
Comedy, Drama
A young woman, struggling with the direction of her life, spends Christmas watching over a retiremen...
Familiar Strangers
Released on: 2008-01-01
Comedy, Drama
"Familiar Strangers" asks the question. "Is it really possible to relate to ones parents and sibling...
Dream a Little Dream 2
Released on: 1995-07-01
Comedy, Romance, Action
Dinger and Bobby's adventure start when a pair of magical sunglasses arrive at the door. Their munda...
CoSM - The Movie: Alex Grey & the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors
Released on: 2006-11-28
Documentary
A cinematic pilgrimage through the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors gallery in New York City, where the art ...
Fados
Released on: 2007-12-31
Music, Documentary
A series of musical performances showcasing the diverse facets of fado, a musical genre from Lisbon.
Scotland, PA
Released on: 2001-03-15
Comedy, Crime
In a modernized retelling of "MacBeth" set in 1970s suburban Pennsylvania, Joe McBeth, an unambitiou...
Standing Still
Released on: 2005-01-02
Comedy, Drama, Romance
A chain reaction of confrontations and romantic encounters occurs when college friends reunite for o...
Three Days to Vegas
Released on: 2007-02-02
Comedy, Romance
Four grumpy old men go on a road trip from their retired life in Florida to the excitement of Las Ve...
The U.S. vs. John Lennon
Released on: 2006-09-15
Documentary
A documentary on the life of John Lennon, with a focus on the time in his life when he transformed f...
Humboldt County
Released on: 2008-09-26
Comedy, Drama
Peter is a medical student about to graduate and begin his residency. When his professor fails him, ...
Razzle Dazzle: A Journey into Dance
Released on: 2007-03-15
Comedy, Music
Razzle Dazzle follows the eager members of "Mr. Jonathon's Dance Academy" who, with their unique dan...
Man on Wire
Released on: 2008-08-01
Documentary
On August 7th 1974, French tightrope walker Philippe Petit stepped out on a high wire, illegally rig...
Trust the Man
Released on: 2005-09-01
Comedy, Drama, Romance
Overachieving actress Rebecca must come to grips with her failing marriage to stay-at-home dad Tom. ...
The Magician
Released on: 2005-06-18
Comedy, Drama, Crime
Following the dealings of Melbourne-based hitman Ray as seen through the eyes of his ex-neighbour an...