TLDR;
This is a film adaptation of Charles Dickens' "Oliver Twist". It follows the journey of Oliver, an orphan, through poverty, crime, and eventual salvation. Key points include:
- Oliver's mistreatment in the workhouse and his subsequent apprenticeship.
- His involvement with a gang of young pickpockets led by Fagin.
- Oliver's eventual rescue and adoption by Mr. Brownlow.
- The tragic fate of Nancy, who tries to help Oliver.
- The downfall of Bill Sikes and Fagin.
Oliver's Introduction to the Workhouse [2:55]
Oliver Twist, a nine-year-old orphan, is brought back to the workhouse where he was born. He is reminded of his status as an orphan, having neither parents nor anyone to care for him except the parish. Oliver is expected to learn a trade and be grateful for the care he receives. He is instructed to learn how to unravel rope (Stoppa) for use in the Royal Navy.
Oliver's Plea for More Food [5:58]
Life in the workhouse is harsh, with the children constantly hungry. Oliver, driven by desperation, asks for more food after finishing his meagre portion. This request is seen as an act of rebellion and causes outrage among the authorities.
Oliver is Offered as an Apprentice [8:36]
The authorities decide to get rid of Oliver by offering him as an apprentice. He is almost sold to a chimney sweep, a dangerous and deadly job for young boys. However, due to Oliver's fear and pleas, and the intervention of an official, the contracts are refused. Later, Mr. Sowerberry, an undertaker, takes Oliver as an apprentice.
Life as an Apprentice Undertaker [11:07]
Oliver is taken in by Mr. Sowerberry and his wife. Mrs. Sowerberry is not happy with Oliver, considering him small and a burden. He is given scraps to eat and forced to sleep among the coffins. He meets Noah, another apprentice, who mistreats him.
Conflict and Escape [15:09]
Noah bullies and insults Oliver, particularly about his deceased mother, leading to a fight. Oliver, provoked by the insults to his mother, attacks Noah. He is then beaten and locked up. Mr. Bumble is called to punish Oliver, but Oliver eventually escapes and runs away.
Journey to London [21:57]
Oliver, now a runaway, is travelling to London. He is weak and hungry. An old woman offers him food and directs him towards London.
Meeting the Artful Dodger [26:28]
Oliver meets Jack Dawkins, also known as the Artful Dodger, who offers him food and shelter in London. Dodger introduces Oliver to Fagin, an old man who houses and trains young boys to be pickpockets.
Life with Fagin [29:21]
Oliver is introduced to Fagin and his gang of young thieves. Fagin seems kind and provides Oliver with food and a place to stay. Oliver is unaware of Fagin's criminal activities. Fagin shows Oliver his hoard of handkerchiefs and other stolen goods, claiming they are for washing.
Learning to Pickpocket [35:55]
Fagin and the boys teach Oliver how to pickpocket. They practice stealing handkerchiefs from each other. Fagin praises Oliver's quick learning and predicts he will become a great thief.
Oliver Witnesses a Crime [39:33]
Oliver is taken out by the Artful Dodger and Charlie Bates, and witnesses them stealing a handkerchief from Mr. Brownlow. When the theft is discovered, Oliver is wrongly accused and chased by the crowd.
Arrest and Interrogation [43:41]
Oliver is apprehended and brought before a magistrate. Mr. Brownlow, the victim of the theft, is present. Despite Mr. Brownlow's testimony, the magistrate is biased against Oliver. A bookseller, who witnessed the crime, testifies that Oliver is innocent, and Oliver is released.
Taken in by Mr. Brownlow [47:46]
Mr. Brownlow, convinced of Oliver's innocence, takes him to his home to care for him. Oliver is given new clothes and a comfortable bed.
Fagin's Concern [48:45]
Fagin is worried that Oliver will reveal their criminal activities to the police. He sends Nancy and Sikes to find Oliver and bring him back.
Nancy Recaptures Oliver [56:32]
Oliver is sent on an errand by Mr. Brownlow. Nancy and Sikes kidnap Oliver and forcibly return him to Fagin's den. They falsely accuse him of stealing and manipulate the situation to make it appear as though he willingly left Mr. Brownlow.
Back with Fagin [1:02:02]
Back in Fagin's clutches, Oliver is threatened and manipulated to ensure his loyalty. Fagin reminds him that he is ungrateful and that he could end up like another boy who betrayed him and was hanged.
Dodger's Persuasion [1:06:59]
The Artful Dodger tries to persuade Oliver to accept his life as a thief, arguing that everyone is a thief in their own way and that Oliver has as much right to steal as anyone else.
Planning a Robbery [1:08:49]
Fagin and Sikes plan a robbery, and Oliver is forced to participate. Sikes threatens Oliver to ensure his compliance.
The Failed Robbery [1:13:52]
Sikes, accompanied by Oliver and Toby Crackit, attempts to rob a house. Oliver is forced to enter through a small window, but the robbery goes wrong. Oliver is shot and wounded during the attempt.
Oliver is Shot [1:17:36]
During the attempted robbery, Oliver is shot. Sikes and Crackit escape, leaving the wounded Oliver behind.
Fagin's Reaction to the Failed Robbery [1:19:21]
Fagin is angry that the robbery failed and that Oliver was shot. He worries that Oliver will reveal their criminal activities to the authorities.
Nancy's Concern for Oliver [1:22:30]
Nancy is increasingly concerned about Oliver's safety and well-being. She argues with Sikes and Fagin about their plans for Oliver.
Nancy Seeks Help [1:25:21]
Nancy, driven by guilt and concern for Oliver, secretly contacts Mr. Brownlow and informs him of Oliver's whereabouts and the danger he is in. She arranges a meeting on London Bridge to provide more information.
Fagin's Suspicion [1:28:50]
Fagin becomes suspicious of Nancy's behaviour and asks the Artful Dodger to follow her.
Nancy's Betrayal and Murder [1:34:50]
The Artful Dodger reports to Fagin that Nancy met with Mr. Brownlow and revealed Fagin's plans for Oliver. Sikes, enraged by Nancy's betrayal, brutally murders her.
The Pursuit of Sikes [1:41:49]
The murder of Nancy is reported in the newspapers, and the police begin a manhunt for Sikes. Fagin is also implicated in the crime.
Sikes's Downfall [1:44:19]
Sikes, haunted by guilt and pursued by the police, tries to escape. He is eventually cornered and accidentally hangs himself while trying to lower himself from a rooftop.
Oliver's Reunion with Mr. Brownlow [1:52:20]
Oliver is reunited with Mr. Brownlow, who expresses his regret for misjudging him.
Fagin's Capture and Imprisonment [1:54:57]
Fagin is captured and imprisoned. Oliver and Mr. Brownlow visit him in prison. Fagin, now insane, is consumed by fear and greed.
Fagin's Last Moments [1:56:45]
In his final moments, Fagin is visited by Oliver and Mr. Brownlow. He is consumed by fear of death and desperately tries to bargain for his life.
The End [1:58:35]
The film concludes with Oliver finding peace and a new life with Mr. Brownlow.
