紅粉金剛
紅粉金剛

紅粉金剛

1967Movie0Cantonese

hong kong film

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Richard MurphyGenres: Comedy, War

Plot Summary

In the midst of World War II, a British sailor is tasked with piloting a derelict vessel through dangerous waters. He enlists the help of a motley crew of fellow soldiers, each with their own eccentricities. Together, they must overcome treacherous conditions and enemy patrols to deliver vital supplies.

Critical Reception

The Wackiest Ship in the Army was met with a mixed reception from critics, with many finding its comedic elements to be hit-or-miss. While some praised Jack Lemmon's performance and the film's lighthearted approach to war, others criticized its predictable plot and uneven pacing. Audiences generally found it to be an amusing, albeit forgettable, wartime comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Jack Lemmon's comedic timing.
  • Criticized for a somewhat predictable and formulaic plot.
  • Considered a lighthearted and amusing, though not particularly memorable, war comedy.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film as an enjoyable, if somewhat dated, comedy that benefits greatly from Jack Lemmon's star power. Some viewers found the humor to be silly but effective for its time, while others noted that the plot could be more engaging.

Fun Fact

The ship used in the film, the USS Caliente (IX-218), was a real ship that was later sunk as a target.

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