The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp (1945)
An unforgettable story of forty gallant years.
Storyline
General Candy, who's overseeing an English squad in 1943, is a veteran leader who doesn't have the respect of the men he's training and is considered out-of-touch with what's needed to win the war. But it wasn't always this way. Flashing back to his early career in the Boer War and World War I, we see a dashing young officer whose life has been shaped by three different women, and by a lasting friendship with a German soldier.
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Movie Details
| Original title | The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp |
|---|---|
| Release date | May 4, 1945 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | army, world war ii, satire, berlin, germany, world war i, british empire, soldier, british army, prison camp, london blitz, boer war, home guard |
FAQ
What is The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp about?
General Candy, who's overseeing an English squad in 1943, is a veteran leader who doesn't have the respect of the men he's training and is considered out-of-touch with what's needed to win the war. But it wasn't always this way. Flashing back to his early career in the Boer War and World War I, we see a dashing young officer whose life has been shaped by three different women, and by a lasting friendship with a German soldier.
When was The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp released?
The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp was released on May 4, 1945 (status: Released).
Who directed The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp?
Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger directed The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp.
What is the TMDB rating of The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp?
The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp has a TMDB rating of 7.5/10 from 280 votes.