description A Canterbury Tale Overview
A Canterbury Tale is a 1944 British black and white film directed by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger. Featuring Eric Portman and Sheila Sim, the narrative involved Sgt. John Sweet with narration from Esmond Knight. Subsequent American releases incorporated Raymond Massey and Kim Hunter into the production.
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info A Canterbury Tale Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 1944 |
help A Canterbury Tale FAQ
What is the glue man mystery in A Canterbury Tale?
The mystery begins when a local attacker pours glue into women's hair at night in the Kent village of Chillingbourne. Alison Smith, Sgt. Bob Johnson, and Sgt. Peter Gibbs investigate while traveling toward Canterbury.
Who made A Canterbury Tale?
A Canterbury Tale was directed, written, and produced by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger under The Archers banner. The 1944 film stars Eric Portman, Sheila Sim, Dennis Price, and real U.S. Army sergeant John Sweet.
Why is it called A Canterbury Tale?
The title points back to Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales and the idea of pilgrims making a journey. Powell and Pressburger turn that medieval frame into a wartime 1944 story about three modern travelers.
What changed in the American release of A Canterbury Tale?
The postwar U.S. release was shortened and reframed with added material featuring Kim Hunter. Raymond Massey also replaced Esmond Knight's narration for that version.
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