Patton (1970)

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01/28/22 • 129 min

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Releasing to critical acclaim, this film took home seven Academy Awards, including Best Actor (George C. Scott), and
Best Director (Franklin J. Schaffner).

It is often at the top of “best war films” lists, and a favorite of film buffs. It follows Patton's various commands through their campaigns in North Africa and the invasion of Europe in the latter part of World War II.

It’s widely considered one of George C. Scott’s best performances, and he definitely storms his way through the film. But is the portrayal of General Patton historically accurate? And did we love it or hate it?

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Releasing to critical acclaim, this film took home seven Academy Awards, including Best Actor (George C. Scott), and
Best Director (Franklin J. Schaffner).

Join us and find out!

Next Episode: The Vikings (1958)

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The Vikings (1958)

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Filmed in the fjords of Norway and on the coast of France (standing in for Northumbria), this epic tale set in the ninth century immortalized a singular moment in time. The first film depiction of Viking culture since the Nazis had claimed Norse lore for themselves, the story is based as much in myth and legend as it is in history (like most of what we know about Vikings).

Famously the film set that brought Janet Lee and Tony Curtis together so they could bless the world with Jaime Lee Curtis, the casting is phenomenal, although the film gets a bit rapey (viewer discretion advised).

So put on your best pair of swashbuckling sandals, grab your probably not completely period-appropriate sword, and start rowing!

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