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The Breaking of Colonel Keyser
Battalion Commander of the Third Wiltshire Light Infantry is Colonel Keyser. On recent evidence, he is either a psychopathic personality or something very close to it. He could turn out to be the best battalion commander in the division. As the Allies prepare for invasion in 1944, will his reputed psychopathic personality be a good or bad thing, when leading his men into D-Day?
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Plot Summary
A British officer in Cyprus during a period of unrest finds himself in a moral quandary when he is ordered to interrogate a suspected terrorist with excessive force. The film explores the psychological toll of command and the dehumanizing effects of conflict.
Critical Reception
The Breaking of Colonel Keyser was met with a mixed but generally positive reception, praised for its gritty realism and strong performances, particularly from Tom Bell. Some critics found the subject matter heavy-handed, while others lauded its unflinching look at the moral compromises faced by soldiers.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its raw portrayal of military morality.
Tom Bell's performance as the conflicted officer is a standout.
The film's examination of interrogation tactics is stark and challenging.
Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not widely documented on Google reviews.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Cyprus, adding to its authentic atmosphere.
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