The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp

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.

Tagline

“An unforgettable story of forty gallant years.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

War, Drama, Romance, Comedy

Director

Michael Powell

Original Language

EN

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.

Who directed The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp?

The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp was directed by Michael Powell.

When was The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp released?

The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp was released on July 26, 1943.

How long is The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp?

The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp has a runtime of 2h 43m.

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