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World War II action film about the training of ten marines for a sabotage mission. Whipped into shape by a no-nonsense Sergeant Major, the men are charged with destroying a number of giant German battleships in the harbour at Bordeaux, a mission they will carry out by entering the harbour in canoes and attaching limpet mines to the vessels. Facing almost impossible odds, the men demonstrate their resolve, and pursue their task with great courage.
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 ), WIDESCREEN (2.35:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: Black & White, Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: A British Army Reserve Major must work with a veteran Captain and a group of incorrigible recruits to attempt what is generally regarded as a suicide mission: the covert destruction of an entire German shipyard in occupied France. ...The Cockleshell Heroes
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105 of 114 people found the following review helpful
By Peter Miller
Format:DVD
A truly realistic wartime drama. Based upon a true story of men sent out in canoes, dropped at night from submarines, to sink enemy shipping by placing limpet mines on the ships hulls in enemy ports. A fascinating film that l watched as a boy when the film first came out over 40 years ago and it hasn't lost it's edge.Wonderfull acting, made when the 2nd world war was still fresh in the minds of the scriptwriters and directors.
30 of 33 people found the following review helpful
By jester nuff
Format:DVD
WOW, if you want to see the way the war was won, the skills and bravery, and sheer brilliance of the people who fought it, I'd highly recommend this film. There is also alot of humour in this film too.. as in real life you need humour to get through the horrors. I can't recommend this film highly enough.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The Cockleshell Heroes is an adventure story which just happens to be true. A super Britsh fascinating film that l watched as a boy when the film first came out over 50 years ago in Italy with the title " Sopravvisuti 2 " Two survived " and it hasn't lost it's edge.Wonderfull acting, made when the 2^nd world war was still fresh in the minds of the scriptwriters and directors.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Interesting piece of history
A great story especially for those who are interested in this sort of history. It is not a Holywood Movie type of film, but the story is well told and easy to follow.
Published 2 months ago by Daisy Ate
5.0 out of 5 stars
Historical WWII true story
Interesting as I live in the area it was filmed and gives an insight into the area in immediate post-war period. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Olly's dad
4.0 out of 5 stars
"Keep the line straight, boys" - ten men and five canoes against III...
The story told in this film was inspired by Operation "Frankton" (7-12 December 1942), an incredibly daring raid by Royal Marines against German blockade runners anchored in... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Maciej
5.0 out of 5 stars
More than satisfied
Not seen/used all items to date but more than happy with purches in the past, have no hesitation in dealing again.
Published 3 months ago by Ron Mac
5.0 out of 5 stars
DVD
Brilliant film. Thoroughly enjoyed watching it - many times. Like Trevor Howard and watch all of his folms.. Many thanks.
Published 4 months ago by Angus
5.0 out of 5 stars
excellent
Great rendition of a true story of bravery and determination. The birth of the Royal marines SBS units, covered on TV by a documentary by Paddy Ashdown.
Published 4 months ago by T. Coombs
3.0 out of 5 stars
Average, but perfectly watchable
When you find out that the director of the film (Jose Ferrer, also the star) walked out on it part-way through, it probably says something about the film. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mr M.R.Watkinson
3.0 out of 5 stars
Carry On Marines
Jose Ferrer and Trevor Howard star in this daft but watchable war drama, which is surpose to be based on a true story, which hardly any of it is (except their were only two... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mrs. Marilyn A. Rice
1.0 out of 5 stars
DVD dit not work. Error.
The dvd they sent me did not work. Pretty angry about it and will not use this shop any more! However the cost to return the item would be far more then I actually paid for it so I... Read more
Published 12 months ago by WWIIfan
5.0 out of 5 stars
A good film
A good service was received from the seller and the film itself was good.
My only critisim is that if it were being made today it would, in all probability, be better made. Read more
My only critisim is that if it were being made today it would, in all probability, be better made. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Ms. Mary Barton
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