Review of The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp (1943) by Joe L — 03 May 2009
Of the powell and pressburger films i've seen so far (red shoes, matter of life and death), this is my favorite. it covers ground from 'la grande illusion' by examining the deterioration of the 'civility' of war through a friendship between two men that stretches over 40 years.
it begins by showing us a caricature of a human being, and then flashing back and showing us the pure, youthful soul within. it's an earnest uncynical comedy of manners that somehow manages to sneak in not only big ideas, but deep emotions as well.
anton walbrook delivers, in one long shot, a harrowing monologue about his experience in the war - it's beautiful and moving, as are all the performances.
This review of The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp (1943) was written by Joe L on 03 May 2009.
The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp has generally received very positive reviews.
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