Summaries

Jaap van Leyden (Sir Ralph Richardson) is in charge of a shipyard in newly occupied Holland. At first he collaborates with the Germans because it is the easiest course to follow. Later, a child's rhyme reminds him of his patriotic duty, but how best to resist the Germans without endangering his wife and fellow workers?—Steve Crook <[email protected]>

Details

Keywords
  • submarine
  • sabotage
  • patriotism
  • dutch resistance
  • shipbuilder
Genres
  • Drama
  • War
Release date Mar 14, 1943
Countries of origin United Kingdom
Language English
Filming locations Cammell Laird Shipyard, Birkenhead, Merseyside, England, UK
Production companies The Archers Royal Navy Royal Netherland Government

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h 28m
Color Black and White
Sound mix Mono
Aspect ratio 1.37 : 1

Synopsis

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