Deux de l'escadrille
Deux de l'escadrille

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Deux de l'escadrille

1953
Movie
90 min
French

During the Second World War, midshipman Dourdan, nicknamed 'Saucisse', distinguished himself by his clumsiness and his blunders. Charged with Lieutenant Goldfinch to convey an aircraft to Marrakech, he shot down an American bomber on the way, mistaken for a German plane.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Maurice de CanongeGenres: Action, Adventure, War

Plot Summary

During World War I, two pilots, friends and rivals, fall for the same nurse. Their competition in the air and on the ground leads to daring aerial maneuvers and personal drama. As the war escalates, their bond is tested by duty, love, and the dangers of aerial combat.

Critical Reception

This French adventure film from the early 1950s is a relatively niche production, often seen as a typical example of its era's war-themed aviation dramas. While it may not have garnered significant international critical acclaim, it served as light entertainment and a showcase for aerial sequences, appealing to audiences interested in wartime heroism and romantic subplots.

What Reviewers Say

  • Features spirited, if somewhat dated, aerial action sequences.

  • A classic tale of wartime rivalry and romance.

  • Offers a glimpse into early aviation cinema with a focus on adventure.

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Fun Fact

The film was released during a period when aviation films, particularly those set during wartime, were popular, capitalizing on the public's fascination with the daring feats of early pilots.

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