Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens [study extract]

Description: The sequences of Oliver (John Howard Davies) arriving in London, meeting the Artful Dodger, his introduction to Fagin (Alec Guiness) and Fagin’s lessons in pickpocketing. Oliver’s first practical experience of it, and the chase through London streets. Cast includes Robert Newton, Kay Walsh and Francis L. Sullivan. Excerpt from the film “Oliver Twist” directed by David Lean.