Wendy Toye
Author:   Iram Kamran Qureshi
Publisher:   Manchester University Press
ISBN:  

9781526165794


Pages:   200
Publication Date:   20 January 2026
Format:   Hardback
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Wendy Toye


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This groundbreaking book delves into the remarkable career of Wendy Toye, one of Britain's most prolific, versatile and pioneering directors. Spanning a fascinating journey through her work in cinema, television, and advertising, the study highlights her mastery of visual storytelling, choreographic brilliance, and technical innovation. From her landmark short film The Stranger Left No Card to her contributions in musicals, comedy, fantasy films, and television productions, Toye's work consistently broke boundaries in a male-dominated industry. This insightful analysis also examines her ability to combine artistry with precision, her influence on the postwar cultural landscape, and her lasting legacy as a multidimensional creative force. A must-read for cinema enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone inspired by women's achievements in the media landscape.

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Author:   Iram Kamran Qureshi
Publisher:   Manchester University Press
Imprint:   Manchester University Press
Dimensions:   Width: 13.80cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 21.60cm
Weight:   0.376kg
ISBN:  

9781526165794


ISBN 10:   1526165791
Pages:   200
Publication Date:   20 January 2026
Audience:   General/trade ,  College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  General ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Not yet available, will be POD   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Introduction 1 A life in brief: the making of Wendy Toye 2 Through the Blitz and beyond: Wendy Toye and the context of post-war Britain 3 A taste for mystery: Toye’s work in suspense and thriller genres 4 The comic lens: crafting comedy in Toye’s films 5 Weaving tales through movement: the fantasy in Toye’s musicals 6 Beyond cinema: television and other screen ventures A lasting impact: toye’s legacy in British cinema Bibliography -- .

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Iram Kamran Qureshi is a Senior Lecturer at Ravensbourne University London

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