
During the Allied Bombing offensive of World War II the public was often informed that "A raid took place last night over (city name). One (or often more) of our aircraft Is missing." Behind these sombre words hid tales of death, destruction, and derring-do. This is the story of one such bomber crew who were shot down, and the brave Dutch patriots who helped them home.... (Full plot summary below)
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During the Allied Bombing offensive of World War II the public was often informed that "A raid took place last night over (city name). One (or often more) of our aircraft Is missing." Behind these sombre words hid tales of death, destruction, and derring-do. This is the story of one such bomber crew who were shot down, and the brave Dutch patriots who helped them home.
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| CinePassionFernando F. CroceReconciliatory spirit trumps jingoistic trumpet-blowing |
| Monthly Film BulletinMFB CriticsThis is an exceedingly good flying-war film. Lovely photography, first-class direction, straightforward production and sincere acting from people who know their job put it at the top of its class so far. |
| User Reviewgary twow umn just seen this movie 4 the 1st time n think that this is a good movie 2 watch..its got a good cast of actors/actressess throughout this movie...i think that this is a good 1940's movie 2 watch its filmed in black n white..i think that both eric portman n hugh williams play good parts throughout this movie its a good movie 2 watch..i think that the director of this Action & Adventure, Drama, Classics movie had done a good job of directing this movie because you never know what 2 expect throughout this movie its an enjoyable Action & Adventure, Drama, Classics movie 2 watch |
| User ReviewArt Si'm a big sucker for briitish war propaganda and this is one of the best. only the second film for powell and pressburger as the archers and it's clear they make a great team. the film involves a bomber crew forced to bail out over holland and try to make it home with help from the dutch resistance. gripping stuff |
| User ReviewAndrew IPerhaps the best propaganda war film ever made. A compelling story and Peter Ustinov's first appearance on screen. Also a great perspective of the Dutch and their efforts to help in the war. Powell and Pressburger seldom disappoint. |
| User ReviewAdrian SAn excellence piece of classic cinema. Not sure if it's a true story or not but I should imagine the Dutch resistance to Nazi occupation and other elements are both historically accurate and it all comes across as very convincing. Thoroughly enjoyed it. |
| User ReviewPaul CAnother great World War Two Movie involving a bomber on a raid, the scenes inside the bomber are fantastic because you get to see and hear whats went on inside the aircraft.The sound of the aircraft engines is brilliant.Recommend this one! |
| User ReviewAnne FA crew of English airmen have to bail out over Holland and try to make their way back to England. This wartime film very obviously had a great propaganda value, but surprisingly the bravest people are the Dutch nationals who risk their lives to help the airmen, whilst the Germans are not portrayed as unsympathetically as I had expected. The film is very unusual in having no musical soundtrack, and has a very young Peter Ustinov (who I missed because I never read cast lists before watching films). |
| User ReviewKevin M. Wi'm a big sucker for briitish war propaganda and this is one of the best. only the second film for powell and pressburger as the archers and it's clear they make a great team. the film involves a bomber crew forced to bail out over holland and try to make it home with help from the dutch resistance. gripping stuff |
| User ReviewEmily BA great Powell and Pressburger film, overshadowed by 'The Red Shoes', 'A Matter Of Life and Death' etc, but should not be missed. The film was intended as a propaganda piece and has a documentary like feel. Also, two names to look out for. Peter Ustinov in his first film role as the Priest, plus David Lean, who was editor. |