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I'm just guessing at the timeframe of this classic movie.  It's about a corporate president I believe that suddenly dies and politics within the company as the various dept heads vie for the open position now.  I thought it may have starred Glenn Ford, but after looking up his movie listing, it didn't appear this was one of his movies.  Anyway, I'm looking for the title please.  Thank you!

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Hi Dave,

I'm pretty sure the film you're referring to was the1954 MGM release, "Executive Suite",
with a Truly "All Star Cast":  William Holden, Barbara Stanwyk, Frederic March, June Allyson, Shelley Winters, Walter Pidgeon, Nina Foch, Paul Douglas and Louis Calhern.

You can get details at :  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Executive_Suite

And it's available at Amazon.com in VHS (for about $2.00),...or on DVD for about $12.00.

Sincerely,

Jim Kason

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Questions on classic films of the late 30's, 40's and 50's, especially the musicals.

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Started going to films with my parents when I was two,..and when growing up..I usually saw 4 movies a week! I especially loved the musicals.

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BA in "Speech and Drama" San Jose State Univ. MFA in "Theatre Arts/Acting" tanford Univ.

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BA MFA

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