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A sparkling comedy drama set in a World War II British Army Searchlight Squad who are a rag-tag bunch of misfits who pull together in the country s hour of need under the direction of Lt Ogelby (Ian Carmichael). Although the cast is littered with comedians, the tone and setting of the movie is comic but moving in its portrayal of ordinary British men thrown together in extraordinary times.
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 0 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Mono ), SPECIAL FEATURES: Booklet, Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: A blinding flash of white light fills the sky above the French Polynesian islands. Giant footsteps plow an ominous path through miles of Panamanian forests and beaches. Ships off the U.S. coast capsize, dragged into a rolling sea where they are instantly demolished. This incessant, inexplicable destruction is heading toward New York. Far away, nuclear scientist Nick Tatopoulos is called upon for the greatest project of his life--to help the United States track the beast behind these mysterious disasters. As Nick begins his investigation, the enormous creature descends upon New York City, causing complete chaos. The army mobilizes its troops to attack, but the monster disappears. Phillipe Roche, an insurance investigator, leads the team assessing the destruction left in the creature's wake. While the two teams have their own agendas, they find they must join forces to unravel the mystery behind the incredible creature and stop him before it is too late. ...Light Up the Sky! ( Skywatch )
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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Tommy Steele not singing, Benny Hill not joking (much) - but they and the rest of the cast put in engaging character study performances. I would think serving on the coastal defences was much like this in 1942. I found this a very pleasant trip down my father's memory lane. (Dad was on the Bofor guns.) Leather boots in the English countryside. Interesting story lines keep it running, some pathos, always lighthearted.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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I heard about this film from a friend. Never heard of it before, but I thought I'd give it a go... And what a mini delight. I found myself grinning and chuckling from the start with the snappy dialogue circling about the soldier's hut. Benny Hill was actually a fine actor - perhaps later stiffled by his TV shows. But there is also some nice touching moments inbetween the gentle humour. Ok, maybe it's not as finely honed and sleek to what it could've been. It's tight budget and the period it was made sometimes shows, but don't let it detract. What it does highlight is finely drawn characters we're allowed to get to know. And how often modern day films now miss this target with too many vapid visuals, bad language and unsettling and annoying fast edits... Some latter days of course might find it a bit slow. But at least it leaves an emotional resonance and memory. And how many of these fast paced popcorn films these days are actually cabable of doing that?
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Benny Hill appeared in 'Light up the Sky' along side some of British Cinemas greats, headed by the iconic Ian Carmichael, and, he proves in this one, he really could act. It's such a shame there were no follow ups! From here on, Hill concentrated on television, only appearing in the very occasional 'cameo' role in things like 'Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines' and 'The Italian Job'.But, if you want a reminder of how things might have been, this is the film to get! A war time comedy/drama about the men who man the searchlights, helping to protect Britain from arial attack, you wont see 'Fred Scuttle' in this, in fact, those who haven't seen Benny Hill act in a straight role before, are in for a very pleasant surprise! Recommended!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Once again, brought it for old time's sake!
I saw it when it first came out due to the Tommy Steele element within its star lineup but it's an enjoyable film, once again made in the 'gud ole daze' and brilliant Ian... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Johan Wood
They don't make em like this....
This afternoon my wife and I went to see "The Black Rose" with Natalie Portman at the Curzon in Mayfair. 108' later I emerged with a headache and feeling frustrated. Read more
Published 16 months ago by A. W. Wilson
Tommy Steele and Benny Hill at their best
A must for any Tommy Steele fan, I had forgotten all about this film. Really enjoyed it, and gave me an insight into Tommy Steele and Benny Hill as actors. Read more
Published 22 months ago by S. Walker
really good to see a film for the whole family
this film was really good with fun thrown in ,,the story was good & it was great to see tommy steele & benny hill again ,,well worth the purchase,,
Published on 23 Feb 2009 by R. W. Cottrell
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