The dam busters / Associated British Picture Corporation Limited presents ; screenplay by R.C. Sherriff ; production supervisor, W.A. Whittaker ; directed by Michael Anderson.
Publisher:
Film Movement LLC,
Copyright Date:
2021
Description:
1 videodisc (125 min.) : sound, black and white ; 4 3/4 in.
Richard Todd, Michael Redgrave, Ursula Jeans, Basil Sydney, Patrick Barr, Ernest Clark, Derek Farr. Title and credits from screen. Originally released as a motion picture in 1954. Based on Paul Brickhill's book and on wing commander Guy Gibson's Enemy coast ahead. 1.37:1 aspect ratio. Digitally restored by BFI. Series statement from disc label. Special features: The making of The Dam Busters; Footage of the bomb tests; The dam busters Royal premiere; Restoration of a classic; Trailer. Container incorrectly lists some special features that are not available: Sir Barnes Wallis documentary; 617 Squadron remembers.
Summary:
Against all odds, Royal Air Force 617 Squadron destroys German dams with "bouncing bombs." Based on true events and the inspiration for Star Wars' Death Star attack sequence.
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