Jeremy Summers Movies

Created by Gerald Glaister, the long-running British drama series Trainer was set in the rarefied world of horse racing. Hero Mike Hardy (Mark Greenstreet) wanted more than anything to be Great Britain's Number One horse-race trainer. In his pursuit of that goal, he crossed the paths of many a colorful character, and not a few lovely ladies. The series' theme song was performed by legendary pop singer Cliff Richard, and as such enjoyed extensive radio play. Debuting September 1, 1991 on BBC1, Trainer eventually trotted out 20 50-minute episodes over a two-year period. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

One of the most popular drama series on British television, Tenko was the fact-based saga of a group of English and European women living in Singapore at the outbreak of WWII. After the Japanese invasion, these women were rounded up by their Imperial Army captors and deposited in a variety of concentration camps. Despite the most appalling of conditions and deprivations, most of the valiant female protagonists managed to survive the ordeal, all the stronger for the experience. The huge distaff cast included Ann Bell, Stephanie Beacham, and Renee Asherton, with Burt Kwouk, best known for his portrayal of karate-chopping manservant Kato in the Pink Panther movies, doing an impressive job as grim, implacable camp commandant Major Yamauchi. Created by Lavinia Warner, the 30 episodes of Tenko (ranging in length from 30 to 55 minutes) were originally broadcast by BBC1 from 1981 to 1984. A one-off sequel, Tenko Reunion, aired in 1985; set in the 1950s, this film managed to incorporate a murder-mystery subplot in what was otherwise a straightforward "ten years after" drama. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

Actor Trevor Eve took his first big step toward stardom in the British cop series Shoestring. The title referred to private eye Eddie Shoestring (Eve), who'd been hired to solve a baffling mystery on behalf of the BBC's Radio West service. The ensuing publicity prompted the radio network to offer Eddie his own series, Private Ear, in which he tried to solve the problems of his call-in and write-in fans. On each 50-minute episode, Eddie embarked upon a case sent to him by one or another of his devoted listeners. Other regulars included Doran Godwin as Eddie's girlfriend Erica, and Liz Crowther and Michael Medwin as Eddie's fellow Radio West employees Sonia and Don. Filmed on location near Bristol, Shoestring has been compared to another British cop show, Bergerac, in that both programs dealt with crime-solving in the furthest-flung regions of the British isles. Created by Robert Banks Stewart, the 21-episode Shoestring originally aired over BBC1 from September 30, 1979 to December 21, 1980. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

This series of videos contains memorable episodes from the British television series that mixed drama with archival footage as it chronicled the exploits of Squadron 697 during WW II. This volume contains "Nightmare." ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide

Fu Manchu (Christopher Lee) is the internationally known criminal mastermind back for another round of evil deeds. The objects of his malevolence are the police chiefs of the world, in particular the head of Scotland Yard. With the help of his equally evil daughter Lin Tang (Tsai Chin), Fu Manchu deals with shadowy figures of the underworld to reach his objectives. The felonious Fu assumes the leadership of all the world's crime syndicates to exact his revenge, striking fear into the hearts of every law-abiding crime fighter. ~ Dan Pavlides, All Movie Guide

In this jungle adventure, a downed Yankee flier must make his way alone through the dense Amazon jungle. At one point, he finds himself surrounded by unfriendly natives. He is just about to lose his life when a beautiful white woman, who is revered by the natives as a goddess, swoops down from the trees and saves his neck. The word of the jungle girl's existence gets around and the girl suffers dire consequences when she suddenly finds herself pursued by a wicked carney, a scientist, and the enraged natives, who believe she has betrayed them by rescuing the pilot. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide

While traveling through Hong Kong, Bob Mitchell (Robert Cummings) accidentally stumbles into the middle of criminal negotiations between a mean gang, the Five Golden Dragons, and the local mobsters. ~ Iotis Erlewine, All Movie Guide

This suspenseful crime drama features cameo appearances by some of Great Britain's more popular pop groups of the mid-1960s as it tells the tale of an ex-crook who finds success managing several of the groups. The trouble begins when a master jewel thief blackmails him into becoming a gem smuggler. Together, they set sail across the Channel to get a fortune in diamonds safely to Amsterdam. They are pursued by two determined detectives. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide

This rock'n roll drama featuring British pop band Gerry and the Pacemakers, is a quick knock-off of The Beatles' A Hard Day's Night. The film features a situation in which the band loses their instruments. It also chronicles the history of the band via flashback. The band members are seen meeting each other in art school and forming a band. They barely manage to eke out a living playing at The Cavern. There they meet a useful young woman who helps them find a manager. After the band wins the European Beat competition, their rise is assured. Also appearing on the film are a couple of other Liverpool bands. Songs include: "Ferry Across the Mersey" and "It's Gonna Be All Right." ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide

Tony Hancock, as big a comedy star as it was possible to be in the Britain of 1963, decided to pull a "Charlie Chaplin" with The Punch and Judy Man. He plays an end-of-pier seashore entertainer who is loved by children but reviled by adults. Hancock's efforts to establish himself as a man of importance invariably end in disappointment and despair. Not even Tony Hancock's legion of fans could be persuaded to drink up the bathos ladled out in The Punch and Judy Man. Ironically, Hancock in real life ended up committing suicide in 1968. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

When the English Civil War is winding down but the Roundheads and Royalists are still at odds with each other, it is decided that the King, Raymond, should be moved from England to France for safekeeping. When the Cavalier assigned the task is thwarted by the discovery of the scheme, other measures must be taken. Good action scenes with a smidgen of romance thrown in for good measure. ~ Tana Hobart, All Movie Guide