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Thunder Below
Story of an unhappy wife of oil rigger who labors in a Central American oil field. The bored Susan falls in love with Walt's good friend Ken but keeps her husband in the dark about her feelings... until he's plunged into darkness for real when he loses his eyesight. Susan finds her attentions then wandering yet another man, Davis, and Ken urges her to return to Walt.
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During World War I, a submarine commander is tasked with a dangerous mission to sink an enemy vessel. He must contend with not only the external threats of war but also the internal conflicts and psychological toll on his crew.
Critical Reception
Thunder Below was a moderately successful film that aimed to capitalize on the wartime drama trend. While its technical aspects for the time were noted, its narrative and character development received mixed reviews.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its depiction of submarine warfare and claustrophobic atmosphere.
Criticized for a somewhat predictable plot and uneven pacing.
The performances were generally considered adequate for the genre.
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Fun Fact
The film was one of the earlier attempts to portray underwater warfare in Hollywood cinema, relying on practical effects and model work to simulate submarine action.
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