The Riddle of the Sands
In the early years of the 20th Century, two British yachtsmen (Michael York and Simon MacCorkindale) stumble upon a German plot to invade the east coast of England in a flotilla of specially designed barges. They set out to thwart this terrible scheme, but must outwit not only the cream of the German Navy, but the feared Kaiser Wilhelm himself.
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Plot Summary
Two British gentlemen on a sailing holiday in the Baltic Sea stumble upon a clandestine German plot to invade England. As they investigate, they find themselves in a race against time to expose the conspiracy and prevent an invasion.
Critical Reception
The 1979 film adaptation of 'The Riddle of the Sands' was met with a mixed to positive reception. While praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and period detail, some critics found the pacing a bit slow. It is generally considered a faithful, albeit less impactful, adaptation of the classic novel.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its faithful adaptation and atmospheric tension.
- Some found the pacing to be deliberate, perhaps too slow for a modern thriller.
- Effective in capturing the sense of unease and impending danger from the novel.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in various parts of the Baltic Sea, including Denmark and Germany, to authentically capture the setting of Erskine Childers' novel.
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