Review of Destination Tokyo (1943) by Jeff B — 02 Jun 2011
This is the only WWII army film that Cary Grant ever made during the war. The film stars Cary Grant as a submarine Captain on a mission to get in to Tokyo harbour and survey weather conditions and get coordinates for their air force to bomb.
The movie has that major anti Japanese attitude. Makes sense for the time this film was made. But overall it is a decent war film. Some interesting characters and scenes through out the film. Plus the film has some intense moments during battles and getting into Tokyo harbour.
Not bad overall for a old black and white film. Top performances go to Grant and actor John Garfield in this. If you can get past some of the stereotypes and ignorant views of some of the soldiers in this it is a solid WWII film to check out.
Worth a watch for war fans and Cary Grant fans.
This review of Destination Tokyo (1943) was written by Jeff B on 02 Jun 2011.
Destination Tokyo has generally received positive reviews.
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