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Dad's Army

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1971 · 95 min Comedy War
5.0 / 10 · TMDB

Dad's Army was a 1971 feature film based on the BBC television sitcom Dad's Army. Directed by Norman Cohen, it was filmed between series three and four and was based upon material from the early episodes of the television series. The film told the story of the Home Guard platoon's formation and their subsequent endeavours at a training exercise.

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Year 1971
Country United Kingdom
Genre Comedy, War
Director Norman Cohen
Runtime 95 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.0/10 (90 votes)

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The film constructs its comedy from the stark contrast between the gravity of war and the endearing mundanity of its characters. It relies on the well-established dynamics of the beloved TV series, exploring the absurdities of conflict through the lens of provincial British eccentricity.

Those who tire of loud spectacles will find charm in this gentle farce, where patriotic fervor is constantly undermined by human frailty and the greatest battle is against one's own confusion. What lingers after is a warm, slightly melancholic smile. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Norman Cohen

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With a cup of tea on a quiet evening, ideally shared with family or friends who appreciate dry British wit.

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