The Best House in London (1969)

Released: 1969-01-01 Duration: 1hr 37min

Genres: Comedy

Rating 3.6

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From top to bottom ... it's the best place in town!

Overview

In Victorian London, the British Government attempts a solution to the problem of prostitution by establishing the world's most fabulous brothel.

Production Companies

Bridge Productions

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer British Studios

Additional Info

Budget	$0.00
Revenue	$0.00
Original Language	en
Popularity	0.178

Directed By

Philip Saville

Crew

Producer
Kurt Unger

Director
Philip Saville

Editor
Peter Tanner

Writer
Denis Norden

Producer
Philip M. Breen

Director of Photography
Alex Thomson

Original Music Composer
Mischa Spoliansky

Camera Operator
Mike Fox

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