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Stephen Fry unpacks a masterpiece you definitely haven't seen.
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A Profile of 'The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp' (2000)

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Overview

Documentary

A documentary on "The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp."

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Standout Aspects

Acting

Stephen Fry's gleeful enthusiasm for Powell & Pressburger.

Cinematography

Jack Cardiff explaining his legendary three-strip Technicolor magic.

Best for:Solo: Morning coffee with your inner film student.·Rewatch: After finally seeing the 1943 original.
ReleasedJan 1, 2000
Runtime24m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitylow
Tonelight
Feellight
Carlton International Media

Top Cast

Jack Cardiff

Jack Cardiff

Self

Stephen Fry

Stephen Fry

Self

Kevin Macdonald

Kevin Macdonald

Self

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Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

This was produced for the Criterion Collection release, meaning it's essentially fancy DVD bonus content elevated to standalone status.

Cultural

The original 1943 film was so controversial that Winston Churchill tried to prevent its release, fearing it humanized the enemy.

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