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The Browning Version
How could he look on and say nothing ... it was his wife!
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Andrew Crocker-Harris has been forced from his position as the classics master at an English public school due to poor health. As he winds up his final term, he discovers not only that his wife, Millie, has been unfaithful to him with one of his fellow schoolmasters, but that the school's students and faculty have long disdained him. However, an unexpected act of kindness causes Crocker-Harris to re-evaluate his life's work.
Lists that include The Browning Version
Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Happiest Days of Your Life List
- The Browning Version - Both films explore themes of education and the relationships between teachers and students.
- School for Scandal - A similar comedic approach to class and social dynamics in a school setting.
- Kind Hearts and Coronets - A dark comedy with a wit and charm reminiscent of The Happiest Days of Your Life.
- The Ladykillers - Both films feature a group of quirky characters thrown together in absurd situations.
- The Wrong Box - Combines elements of dark humor and family dynamics, similar to the comedic feel of The Happiest Days.
- The Lavender Hill Mob - A British comedy with clever plotting and eccentric characters, akin to the humor in The Happiest Days.
- Please Sir! - Set in a school and featuring British comedy centered around teachers and kids.
- Sir Henry at Rawlinson End - A British comedy with eccentric characters, embracing a whimsical storytelling style.
- The Keeping Room - Deals with themes of societal breakdown and personal conflicts, though in a more serious tone.
- St. Trinian's - Focuses on a girls' school and their comical misadventures, similar to the school setting in The Happiest Days.
- The Importance of Being Earnest - A classic British comedy with comedic misunderstandings and commentary on society's norms.
- Our Man in Havana - A satirical take on bureaucracy and absurdity, resembling the humor in The Happiest Days.
- The 39 Steps - A mix of suspense and comedy, sharing a British charm and clever writing.
- The Great Escape - While more serious, it showcases teamwork and clever planning among a group, much like the camaraderie in schools.
- The Reckless Moment - Contains elements of urgency and tension within relationships, akin to the pressures in school settings.
- The Man Who Knew Too Much - Features dramatic misunderstandings that lead to comedic and thrilling situations.
- Benny Hill's World Tour - British sketch-comedy that delivers whimsical humor similar to The Happiest Days.
- Carry On Teacher - A comedic take on school life, filled with eccentric teachers and students.
- Bedazzled - Features comedic fantasy elements and a charmingly absurd plot.
- Gigi - A whimsical and light-hearted tale with a focus on relationships, similar to the tone of The Happiest Days.
- The Riddle of the Sands - Both involve mystery and tension, albeit in different settings.
- The Last of Mrs. Cheyney - A more serious look at social status and relationships, with a touch of humor.
- The Young Ones - A classic British sitcom focused on youth and chaotic situations in a household.
- The Birds - Shows a mix of tension and dark humor in a seemingly serene setting.
- The Full Monty - Explores themes of working-class struggles with humor and charm.
- Local Hero - A quirky comedy that explores cultural differences and absurdity in a small town.
- The Government Inspector - A satirical take on politics and society, similar in tone to the comedic elements.
- Withnail and I - A cult classic that features dark humor and reflects on post-school life.
- The Way We Were - A romantic drama that focuses on complex relationships over time, echoing personal dynamics.
- It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World - Delivers an ensemble cast and a comedic road trip that's absurd and delightful.
- Little Voice - Features strong characters in an odd setting, showcasing humor and vulnerability.
- Last Chance Harvey - Another exploration of relationships and personal struggles with charm and humor.
- Chasing Amy - Presents complex relationships with a humorous undertone.
- The 10th Victim - Combines a peculiar premise with comedy and absurdity, much like The Happiest Days.
- Educating Rita - Another film about education and growth in a comedic and touching way.
- Four Weddings and a Funeral - Features a mix of comedy and romance among a group of friends over time.
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Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to ShakespeaRe-Told List
- West Side Story - A modern retelling of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet with a focus on love and conflict between rival gangs.
- The Lion King - An animated adaptation of Hamlet set in the animal kingdom, focusing on themes of family, betrayal, and revenge.
- 10 Things I Hate About You - A modern adaptation of The Taming of the Shrew set in a high school environment.
- She's the Man - A contemporary adaptation of Twelfth Night that explores themes of identity and disguise.
- O - A modern interpretation of Othello set in a high school, dealing with jealousy and tragedy.
- The Tempest - A film adaptation of Shakespeare's play featuring modern interpretations and settings.
- Romeo + Juliet - A stylized adaptation of Romeo and Juliet that retains the original dialogue while placing it in a contemporary setting.
- My Own Private Idaho - A modern reinterpretation of Henry IV and Henry V, focused on themes of friendship and self-discovery.
- Lady Macbeth - A dark adaptation inspired by Macbeth, highlighting ambition and moral disintegration.
- The Lion in Winter - A historical drama capturing Shakespearean themes of power struggles and familial conflict.
- The Merchant of Venice - A film adaptation of the classic play that explores themes of mercy and justice.
- Hamlet - Various adaptations of Shakespeare's tragedy dealing with revenge, madness, and moral corruption.
- The Boys from Syracuse - A musical adaptation of The Comedy of Errors set in a comical and modern context.
- A Midsummer Night's Dream - Multiple adaptations that explore love and conflict in a whimsical setting.
- Throne of Blood - Akira Kurosawa's adaptation of Macbeth set in feudal Japan.
- The Taming of the Shrew - The classic Shakespearean comedy featuring the battle of the sexes.
- Gnomeo & Juliet - A playful animated adaptation of Romeo and Juliet featuring garden gnomes.
- Much Ado About Nothing - A charming adaptation of the play focusing on misunderstandings and wit in relationships.
- The Other Boleyn Girl - Explores themes of ambition and rivalry similar to the dynamics in various Shakespearean plays.
- A Thousand Acres - A modern retelling of King Lear in a contemporary rural setting focusing on familial conflict.
- The Hate U Give - Explores similar themes of social injustice and family loyalty found in Shakespeare's works.
- The Dresser - This film's focus on the complexities of human relationships is reminiscent of Shakespeare's character studies.
- Tromeo and Juliet - A cult-classic parody of Romeo and Juliet infused with unique elements and humor.
- The Lion King II: Simba's Pride - A sequel that further explores themes of love and rivalry inspired by Romeo and Juliet.
- The Browning Version - Focuses on themes of betrayal and regret akin to the emotional weight in many Shakespearean plays.
- Coriolanus - A modern adaptation of the classic Shakespearean tragedy set in a contemporary political landscape.
- Anon - Explores themes of identity and love reminiscent of those found throughout Shakespeare's work.
- A Midsummer Night's Dream (1999) - A modern film rendition of the classic play, capturing its whimsical and romantic essence.
- Warm Bodies - A unique blend of romance and dark comedy that mirrors the themes of love in tragic situations.
- Finding Forrester - A story about mentorship and discovery that touches on themes of aspiration and potential similar to Shakespeare's characters.
- The Ballad of Ricky Bobby - While primarily a comedy, it showcases character conflict and ambition similar to some of Shakespeare's comedic elements.
- The Fault in Our Stars - A poignant romantic drama that reflects on love and mortality, themes explored in many of Shakespeare's tragedies.
- The Secret of my Success - A comedic exploration of ambition and identity that resonates with some of Shakespeare's themes.
- The Royal Tenenbaums - A dark comedy focused on familial relationships and complex characters akin to those found in Shakespeare's plays.
- A Streetcar Named Desire - Explores raw emotions and complex relationships reminiscent of the intensity in Shakespeare's works.
- The Brothers Bloom - A whimsical tale of con artists that play with themes of deceit and romance similar to Shakespeare's comedies.
- The Girl with a Dragon Tattoo - Delves into dark human emotions, power struggles, and moral dilemmas echoing those in classical tragedies.
- The Good Wife - Contains intricate character studies and moral complexities similar to many Shakespearean plots.
- American Horror Story: Coven - Deals with themes of power struggles and betrayal, drawing on the dark undercurrents of various Shakespearean tales.
- Crazy Ex-Girlfriend - A musical comedy-drama that explores themes of love and mistaken identity reminiscent of Shakespeare's works.
- Sense and Sensibility - Explores similar themes of love, societal expectations, and family dynamics.
- The Killing of a Sacred Deer - Tackles themes of morality and consequence reminiscent of Shakespearean tragedies.
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