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A Night to Remember (1958)

"The night the unsinkable sank"

7.619582h 3mEN
DramaActionHistory

Directed by Roy Ward Baker

Rating

7.6/10

Runtime

2h 3m

Language

EN

Release

July 3, 1958

Director

Roy Ward Baker

Official Trailer

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Overview

The sinking of the Titanic is presented in a highly realistic fashion in this tense British drama. The disaster is portrayed largely from the perspective of the ocean liner's second officer, Charles Lightoller. Despite numerous warnings about ice, the ship sails on, with Capt. Edward John Smith keep...

Cast

Kenneth More

Kenneth More

Second Officer Charles Herbert Lightoller

Ronald Allen

Ronald Allen

Mr. Clarke

Robert Ayres

Robert Ayres

Maj. Arthur Peuchen

Honor Blackman

Honor Blackman

Mrs. Liz Lucas

Anthony Bushell

Anthony Bushell

Capt. Arthur Rostron

John Cairney

John Cairney

Mr. Murphy

Jill Dixon

Jill Dixon

Mrs. Clarke

Jane Downs

Jane Downs

Mrs. Sylvia Lightoller

James Dyrenforth

James Dyrenforth

Col. Archibald Gracie

Michael Goodliffe

Michael Goodliffe

Thomas Andrews

Kenneth Griffith

Kenneth Griffith

Wireless Operator John 'Jack' Phillips

Harriette Johns

Harriette Johns

Lady Richard

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into A Night to Remember (1958), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The sinking of the Titanic is presented in a highly realistic fashion in this tense British drama. The disaster is portrayed largely from the perspective of the ocean liner's second officer, Charles Lightoller. Despite numerous warnings about ice, the ship sails on, with Capt. Edward John Smith keeping it going at a steady clip. When the doomed vessel finally hits an iceberg, the crew and passengers discover that they lack enough lifeboats, and tragedy follows.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of A Night to Remember. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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