Review of The Caine Mutiny (1954) by Elisa R — 26 Jan 2007
Herman Wouk's novel of naval warfare won a Pulitzer Prize. The book goes on for a long time after the court-martial. It can stand on its own, and bear comparisons with the book, as inevitably happens in situations of this kind.
The fact is, we are uncomfortable and squeamish because we all secretly fear that there is a bit of Queeg in all of us. Very typical of real life naval vessels and the men who sail in them. His best line in the court was "It is not the defense's contention that Commander Queeg is a coward.
" Greenwald proved this brilliantly. I would also strongly suggest that anyone interested in the movie take the time to read the book.
This review of The Caine Mutiny (1954) was written by Elisa R on 26 Jan 2007.
The Caine Mutiny has generally received positive reviews.
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