The Man in the White Suit (1951)
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Storyline
The unassuming, nebbishy inventor Sidney Stratton creates a miraculous fabric that will never be dirty or worn out. Clearly he can make a fortune selling clothes made of the material, but may cause a crisis in the process. After all, once someone buys one of his suits they won't ever have to fix them or buy another one, and the clothing industry will collapse overnight. Nevertheless, Sidney is determined to put his invention on the market, forcing the clothing factory bigwigs to resort to more desperate measures...
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| Original title | The Man in the White Suit |
|---|---|
| Release date | Aug 7, 1951 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | black and white, ealing |
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What is The Man in the White Suit about?
The unassuming, nebbishy inventor Sidney Stratton creates a miraculous fabric that will never be dirty or worn out. Clearly he can make a fortune selling clothes made of the material, but may cause a crisis in the process. After all, once someone buys one of his suits they won't ever have to fix them or buy another one, and the clothing industry will collapse overnight. Nevertheless, Sidney is determined to put his invention on the market, forcing the clothing factory bigwigs to resort to more desperate measures...
When was The Man in the White Suit released?
The Man in the White Suit was released on Aug 7, 1951 (status: Released).
Who directed The Man in the White Suit?
Alexander Mackendrick directed The Man in the White Suit.
What is the TMDB rating of The Man in the White Suit?
The Man in the White Suit has a TMDB rating of 6.9/10 from 215 votes.