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The Sidmouth Letters
' She haunts you, Jane Austen , I mean.' ... But Annie isn't the only one obsessed with the great novelist; Shorty, an academic scavenger, believes he has tracked down some letters revealing an unexpected side to Miss Austen's nature.
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Plot Summary
A mild-mannered accountant, Arthur Penhaligon, finds his quiet life disrupted when he receives a series of increasingly bizarre and demanding letters from a woman named Penelope Truscott, supposedly living in Sidmouth. As the letters escalate from polite requests to outrageous demands, Arthur's sanity is tested, leading to a humorous and ultimately absurd series of events.
Critical Reception
The Sidmouth Letters is a niche British comedy that garnered moderate attention upon its release, appreciated for its gentle humor and the performances of its seasoned cast. While not a blockbuster, it found a receptive audience among fans of classic British sitcoms and character-driven comedies, praised for its quirky premise and understated charm.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gentle, character-driven humor.
Bernard Cribbins delivers a solid performance as the increasingly flustered protagonist.
A charming, albeit low-key, British comedy.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but general sentiment points to it being a charming and amusing film for those who enjoy classic British comedy styles.
Fun Fact
The film is based on a short story of the same name by the British author E.F. Benson, known for his Mapp and Lucia series.
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