Anthony Asquith directs the first screen adaptation of Oscar Wildeโs classic comedy.
Algernon Moncrieff (Michael Denison) has discovered that he has a secret in common with his friend Jack Worthing (Michael Redgrave) โ they both use alter-egos when in a tight spot. However, when Algernon decides to pose as Jackโs alter-ego โ a brother from London โ for a weekend in the country, he finds that Jackโs cousin Cicely (Dorothy Tutin) has developed an infatuation with the mysterious brother; and now she can meet him. Meanwhile, Algernonโs cousin Gwendolyne (Joan Greenwood) is also staying for the weekend and knows Jack as his alter-ego. Confused?
Also included is the documentary โA Profile of The Importance of Being Earnestโ.