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Gallipoli Submarine

2008
Movie
52 min
English

25th April 1915 Australian Submarine AE2 enters the Sea of Marmara, Turkey while Anzacs storm the beachhead at Gallipoli. Now lying on the bottom of the sea a search team locates it and it's story is told.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Yousry NasrallahGenres: War, Drama

Plot Summary

During World War I, a young Egyptian man enlists in the British army, only to find himself caught in the brutal realities of the Gallipoli campaign. As he navigates the horrors of trench warfare and the desperate naval battles, he forms bonds with fellow soldiers and grapples with his own identity amidst the chaos. The film explores themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and the devastating human cost of war.

Critical Reception

Gallipoli Submarine received moderate critical attention, with praise often directed towards its ambitious scope and historical setting. While some critics lauded its powerful portrayal of a lesser-known aspect of World War I and its character development, others found its pacing uneven and its narrative occasionally convoluted. Audiences generally responded positively to its dramatic intensity and its exploration of Egyptian involvement in the war.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its exploration of a unique historical perspective in World War I.

  • Noted for strong performances from its lead actors.

  • Criticized by some for its lengthy runtime and complex plot.

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Fun Fact

The film is also known by its original Arabic title, "Ehky ya behar" (Tell Me, O Sea), and depicts the lesser-known Egyptian contributions to the Allied war effort during World War I.

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