Oliver

Set in 19th-century England, this musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic novel follows the journey of a young orphan who escapes from a dreary workhouse and finds himself amidst a group of juvenile thieves led by the cunning Fagin. The film features standout performances by Ron Moody as Fagin and Oliver Reed as the menacing Bill Sikes. Directed by Carol Reed, it won several Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Notably, the film’s elaborate musical numbers and set designs have been widely praised. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.