#44 - THE LADYKILLERS (1955 / 2004) - Alec Guiness / Peter Sellers / Tom Hanks / Coen Brothers

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Its two for the price of one today, as Rob and Trev discuss both cinematic incarnations of The Ladykillers. First an absolute classic, the Ealing Studios comedy from the 1950's, then for its modern remake by the talented Coen Brothers, but how do they compare.
The Ladykillers (1955) - https://amzn.to/3KTSMZU
A gang of criminals posing as a string quartet rent a room from a little old lady to plot a heist, but have to reconsider her role as their plans unravel.
Starring Alec Guinness, Peter Sellers, Katie Johnston, Hebert Lom, Cesil Parker and Danny Green
The Ladykillers (2004) - https://amzn.to/3GdUvpw
A gang of hapless criminals posing as a string quartet rent a basement off of gospel loving old lady as they plot an elaborate robbery.
Starring Tom Hanks, JK Simmons, Irma P. Hall and Marlon Wayans
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