Just reading some of the reviews of this iconic movie is historical material in itself. There are reviewers whose fathers and grand fathers served under General Patton. Absolutely amazing.
One incredible, mesmerizing movie everyone should see at least once. Whether you are a historian or a film buff, this is a recommended biography. No other way to describe it, but the story of a soldier who was called to duty. General Patton, regarded as "Old Blood and Guts," the arrogant, tempermental man of the hour who was behind some of the most significant combat victories of WW II.
You either saluted the S. O. B. Or hated the S. O. B, but one thing for certain, Patton was our S. O. B. Who fought the good fight. A one of a kind, over the top military man who we probably will never see again.
George C. Scott is the legendary general. Few actors have gotten into their roles as Scott grows into this part. Oustanding. Additional applause for Karl Malden as General Bradley and Michael Strong, playing yet another member of the military roundtable. This all would not have been done without the skillful direction of Franklin J. Schaffner, who handles ever single scene with the utmost care, the breathtaking photography alone is unforgettable.
Francis Ford Coppola wrote the script, perhaps with the finest dialogue between wartime commanders and soldiers, ever recorded. The music score by Jerry Goldsmith is appropriately haunting, from beginning to end. The music will stick with you, to be sure, as will certain scenes from this masterpiece. In fact, most every scene is a gem, again thanks to Schaffner.
Ironically, Scott made more of a name for himself by NOT accepting his Oscar win. The same year he also refused a tv Emmy, and for the same reasons. Oscars and nominations also for Best director, Best art director/set decoration, Best film editing, Story, Screenplay and Sound. Nods also from the Golden Globes, National board of reviews, National society of film crtics, many others.
Note running time of 171 minutes, and thank you to MOVIES Net for running this film classic in its entirety. Forever on dvd and remastered blu ray for generations to come.
One incredible, mesmerizing movie everyone should see at least once. Whether you are a historian or a film buff, this is a recommended biography. No other way to describe it, but the story of a soldier who was called to duty. General Patton, regarded as "Old Blood and Guts," the arrogant, tempermental man of the hour who was behind some of the most significant combat victories of WW II.
You either saluted the S. O. B. Or hated the S. O. B, but one thing for certain, Patton was our S. O. B. Who fought the good fight. A one of a kind, over the top military man who we probably will never see again.
George C. Scott is the legendary general. Few actors have gotten into their roles as Scott grows into this part. Oustanding. Additional applause for Karl Malden as General Bradley and Michael Strong, playing yet another member of the military roundtable. This all would not have been done without the skillful direction of Franklin J. Schaffner, who handles ever single scene with the utmost care, the breathtaking photography alone is unforgettable.
Francis Ford Coppola wrote the script, perhaps with the finest dialogue between wartime commanders and soldiers, ever recorded. The music score by Jerry Goldsmith is appropriately haunting, from beginning to end. The music will stick with you, to be sure, as will certain scenes from this masterpiece. In fact, most every scene is a gem, again thanks to Schaffner.
Ironically, Scott made more of a name for himself by NOT accepting his Oscar win. The same year he also refused a tv Emmy, and for the same reasons. Oscars and nominations also for Best director, Best art director/set decoration, Best film editing, Story, Screenplay and Sound. Nods also from the Golden Globes, National board of reviews, National society of film crtics, many others.
Note running time of 171 minutes, and thank you to MOVIES Net for running this film classic in its entirety. Forever on dvd and remastered blu ray for generations to come.