The Life & Death of Colonel Blimp (1943, Powell & Pressburger)
Oops, I thought this was a comedy. I’d somehow convinced myself that Powell makes comedies and I’m never right. Maybe it’s because I watched this instead of “I Know Where I’m Going” (a comedy?), which I couldn’t find.
Anyhow, a few funny parts but not a comedy. Criterion says “The film follows the exploits of pristine British soldier Clive Candy as he battles to maintain his honor and proud gentlemanly conduct through romance, three wars, and a changing world. Vibrant and controversial, it is at once a romantic portrait of a career soldier and a pointed investigation into the nature of aging, friendship, and obsolescence.” and I have nothing more to add. Good overall, sad at times. I think a very perceptive war movie (and without any battle scenes).
Tags: Criterion, Emeric Pressburger, michael powell