A court-martial attempts to find out why, and if, an officer embezzled his unit's funds.A court-martial attempts to find out why, and if, an officer embezzled his unit's funds.A court-martial attempts to find out why, and if, an officer embezzled his unit's funds.
- Nominated for 5 BAFTA Awards
- 5 nominations total
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- TriviaThe VC worn by David Niven was a genuine medal borrowed by the studio. It belonged to Arthur Henry Cross VC, Machine Gun Corps (Camberwell).
- GoofsA British court-martial appeal does not allow new evidence, as it is not a retrial of a case, but a trial of the trial itself, to argue improper procedure or other problems with the trial.
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Major Broke-Smith: What's he like?
Lt. Col. Reeve: Henniker? Proper bastard if you ask me.
- ConnectionsRemade as ITV Play of the Week: Carrington V.C. (1960)
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A gripping and intelligent courtroom drama
A brilliant courtroom drama that doesn't rely on flashbacks to present its case but sticks solely to the testimonies of the various parties involved. Carrington is a major being court-martialed for stealing money which he claims was his by right. It's superbly written, (by John Hunter), directed, (by Anthony Asquith) and played, (by a superlative cast of British character actors). David Niven, at his very best, is Carrington and Margaret Leighton is terrific as his highly strung and jealous wife. The Irish actress, Noelle Middleton, is also excellent as the captain with more than a soft spot for Niven. This is a gripping and intelligent film that really deserves to be seen.
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- Mar 30, 2017
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- Runtime1 hour 45 minutes
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- 1.37 : 1
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