White Star
White Star

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White Star

1983
Movie
92 min
German

A clean-cut synth artist in Germany hopes to turn his career around with the help of a washed-up, erratic, publicity-crazed American manager.

Insights

IMDb5.3/10
Director: Thomas K. ConwayGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

In the midst of World War II, a young American pilot named Jack sets out on a dangerous mission to rescue a British scientist from occupied territory. Aided by a resourceful local woman, they must evade enemy patrols and navigate treacherous terrain. Their journey becomes a race against time, testing their courage and resilience as they fight for survival and the success of their critical objective.

Critical Reception

White Star received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some acknowledged the film's intentions and a few performances, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. It did not achieve significant commercial success or critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Praised by some for its wartime setting but often seen as an uninspired entry in the genre.

  • Found to be a slow-paced and largely forgettable war drama.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available tend to reflect a similar sentiment to critical reviews, with many finding the film to be a lesser-known and somewhat unremarkable war movie.

Fun Fact

Despite its setting and themes, "White Star" was filmed in the United Kingdom, utilizing locations that evoked the European theater of World War II.

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