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Today is 24 February 2018 and we have the correct solution for the crossword clue "1949 Ealing comedy based on a novel of the same name by Compton MacKenzie" listed below:
The Crossword clue "1949 Ealing comedy based on a novel of the same name by Compton MacKenzie" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s.
Today is 24 February 2018 and we have the correct solution for the crossword clue "1949 Ealing comedy based on a novel of the same name by Compton MacKenzie" listed below:
Best Answer:
WHISKYGALORE
Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle
The clue "1949 Ealing comedy based on a novel of the same name by Compton MacKenzie" leads us to the answer "WHISKYGALORE." Here's why this answer fits the clue perfectly:
- 1949: This hints at the year the movie was released, placing the context in the late 1940s.
- Ealing comedy: Refers to the genre of the film, known for its distinct British humor and charm.
- Based on a novel: Indicates that the movie was adapted from a book by Compton MacKenzie, linking it to the literary world.
- Compton MacKenzie: The author's name narrows down the search to works written by him.
- WHISKYGALORE: This is the title of the movie, also known as "Tight Little Island," which perfectly aligns with the context of a comedy set around the hijinks of islanders trying to obtain whisky during a shortage.
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The Crossword clue "1949 Ealing comedy based on a novel of the same name by Compton MacKenzie" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s.
Crossword | Date | Answer |
The Independents Jumbo General | 24 February 2018 | WHISKYGALORE |
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