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Perhaps surprisingly, the British comedy legend Norman Wisdom has made just 20 films, from his debut in Date With a Dream (1948) to the thriller Double-X (1992). From 1948 on he had his own TV series, Wit and Wisdom, but 1953 was the real turning point. Not only was his son Nicholas born, but he became an instant movie star with the release of Trouble in Store. Playing a character called Norman he brought his familiar stage and television personality to the big screen as a young man with the ambition to become a window dresser in a major department store. Ever loveable victim of his own clumsiness, all Norman's efforts to improve himself result in chaos. That is, until he meets Sally (Lana Morris), the girl of his dreams. Then things turn disastrous. Co-starring Margaret Rutherford, Trouble in Store introduced Wisdom's self-penned song which would become his theme, "Don't laugh at Me ('Cause I'm a Fool)". The film became a massive box-office hit and won Wisdom a BAFTA Award. Very much of its time, yet still highly entertaining, this video release provides the opportunity to nostalgically revisit and reassess one of Britain's greatest stars. Wisdom's follow-up was another substantial hit, One Good Turn (1954). --Gary S. Dalkin
Amazon.co.uk Review
Norman Wisdom became an instant movie star with the release of Trouble in Store in 1953. Playing a character called Norman, he brought his familiar stage and television personality to the big screen as a young man with the ambition to become a window dresser in a major department store. Ever lovable victim of his own clumsiness, all Norman's efforts to improve himself result in chaos. That is, until he meets Sally (Lana Morris), the girl of his dreams. Then things turn disastrous. Costarring Margaret Rutherford, Trouble in Store introduced Wisdom's self-penned song which would become his theme, "Don't laugh at Me ('cause I'm a Fool)". The film became a massive box-office hit and won Wisdom a BAFTA Award. Very much of its time, admittedly, it's still highly entertaining.
In 1956 the title of his latest film, Up in the World accurately described Norman Wisdom's career. This was the great British comedian's fourth hit in as many years, this time finding himself employed as window cleaner to Lady Banderville (Ambrosine Phillpotts). Apart from having hundreds of windows to polish, things would be going fine for Norman if it weren't for the endless practical jokes played by Lady Banderville's son, Sir Reginald (Michael Caridia). However, when the irritating Reggie is kidnapped, Norman has the chance to prove himself a hero, and it just might impress his beautiful costar Maureen Swanson. By now Wisdom was set on a winning formula, working with much the same team as on his three previous smashes, including Jerry Desmonde as Major Willoughby, who had starred in both Trouble in Store (1953) and Man of the Moment (1955). --Gary S Dalkin
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
In only his second film, our hero Norman Wisdom finds himself as a humble employee in a magnificent Department Store. His ambition is to become a window dresser but however hard he tries to help, fate always conspires to turn his help into a hinderance. Matters only become worse when he meets Sallhy the girl of his dreams. with thieves, robbers and the hapless Norman this is a film which is sure to put a smile on anyones face.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Don't pass up any film starring Norman Wisdom or Margaret Rutherford. Trouble in Store stars both and is a fine example o f British comedy at its best. Up in The World is a particular Wisdom gavourite of mine and shows Norman at his very best. He is a national treasure, so take this opportunity to own a couple of his gems.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
'Trouble in Store' is one of the best and most consistent of Norman's career. It's helped along by the one-and-only Margaret Rutherford and the studio regulars. The hilarious scene in the director's office with Jerry Desmonde is classic, fluid Wisdom and defies you not to laugh.
(My version does not contain 'Up In the World', which I have not seen.)
(My version does not contain 'Up In the World', which I have not seen.)
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Norman Wisdom Trouble in Store / Up in the World DVD
Norman Wisdom Trouble in Store / Up in the World,is a must for every fan, very funny and brought back some fond memories
Published 5 months ago by Danny
The shoplifter's manual.
Margaret Rutherford fans should not pass up the opportunity to enjoy the two scenes she has in "Trouble In Store". She plays Miss Bacon, an inveterate shoplifter. Read more
Published 11 months ago by John Austin
Norman Wisdom
to be honest this DVD was purchased for a friend so have never seen it myself but I am assured it is an exellet film Trouble in store. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Tinkerbell
never arrived was cancelled
the ordered item was not available so can`t review sorry, shame i would have liked to have got this for my mum
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Published on 6 April 2010 by P. barton
Two Norm classic's
Well worth a view in two of his best. Nice to see some great supporting cast - like Margaret Rutherford scene stealing, no pun inteneded, as the posh shop lifter everytime she... Read more
Published on 9 Jan 2010 by R. Trinkwon
Trouble in Store/Up in the World
Two more from the excellent Norman Wisdom.
Up in the World is the tale of a stockroom worker who dreams of being a window dresser. Read more
Up in the World is the tale of a stockroom worker who dreams of being a window dresser. Read more
Published on 11 April 2009 by M. Simpson
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