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An affable British leading man of both stage and screen, More first appeared in films in 1935. He really began to gain popularity in the 1950s, starring in a variety of genres, from light-hearted comedies such as “Doctor in the House” (1954) to more serious, jingoistic wartime dramas like “Reach for the Sky” (1956). Among his notable performances during this time was his reprisal of a stage role in “The Deep Blue Sea” (1955), which many consider to be his finest work of the era. As the 1960s came to a close, More received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Old Jolyon in the BBC miniseries “The Forsyte Saga,” which was later broadcast in the United States on PBS.
Kenneth More’s most acclaimed film is A Night to Remember (1958), which is widely regarded as his best work. On the other hand, his least favored film tends to be Dark of the Sun (1968), which received much more mixed reviews. Throughout his career, Kenneth More was known for delivering strong performances, but these two films represent the high and low points in terms of critical reception. While A Night to Remember showcased his talent in a powerful historical drama, Dark of the Sun presented a different kind of challenge, one that didn’t quite resonate as well with audiences or critics. Kenneth More’s legacy, however, remains tied to the impact he made in films like A Night to Remember.
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