The Blockhouse
"A true story of perseverance and survival."
Originally released in 1973. The Blockhouse is a drama/war film. directed by Clive Rees.
Starring Peter Sellers, Charles Aznavour, and Jeremy Kemp
Synopsis
A group of Slave workers, drafted by the Nazis to help construct their coastal defences in 1944, are trapped in an underground bunker when the Allies land at Normandy on D-Day. They find huge stores of food, but not enough candles. The slow dying of the light parallels their increasing boredom, illness, and jealousy during their entrapment. Based on the Novel 'Le Blockhaus' by Jean Paul Clebert
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1973
53 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Galactacus
- The Cannon Group
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Blockhouse about?
A group of Slave workers, drafted by the Nazis to help construct their coastal defences in 1944, are trapped in an underground bunker when the Allies land at Normandy on D-Day. They find huge store...
Who directed The Blockhouse?
The Blockhouse was directed by Clive Rees.
How long is The Blockhouse?
The Blockhouse has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was The Blockhouse released?
The Blockhouse was released on January 1, 1973 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Blockhouse?
The main cast of The Blockhouse includes Peter Sellers, Charles Aznavour, Jeremy Kemp, Peter Vaughan, Per Oscarsson.