The Five of Me
Henry Hawksworth is a man menaced by a multiple personality. There is Dana, the conservative family man; Johnny, violent and sociopathic; Peter, creative and childish; and Phil, protective and unemotional. "Dana" falls in love with Ann and marries her. Following a crime, "Johnny" is arrested and tried. In court, Henry's multiple personalities are painfully revealed.
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Plot Summary
During World War II, a British soldier is court-martialed for desertion after falling asleep on guard duty. He is sentenced to death, but his sentence is commuted to 20 years imprisonment. He is then sent to a penal battalion on the front lines of the war where he is faced with the harsh realities of combat and his own inner demons. He must find a way to survive and prove his worth in the face of overwhelming odds.
Critical Reception
The Five of Me received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. While some critics acknowledged the film's attempt to explore the psychological toll of war on soldiers, many found the plot unconvincing and the performances lacking. The film struggled to find a wide audience and is largely forgotten today.
What Reviewers Say
- The film's premise of a soldier facing execution for falling asleep on duty is intriguing but poorly executed.
- Performances are generally uninspired, failing to convey the emotional weight of the story.
- The depiction of wartime and the penal battalion lacks authenticity and impact.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's limited release and obscurity. What little feedback exists suggests a general disappointment with the narrative's pacing and the emotional disconnect with the characters.
Fun Fact
The film was based on the real-life experiences of a British soldier named Thomas 'Tommy' Blake who was court-martialed during World War II.
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