Patton
English • 1970 • 2h 52m
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Synopsis
"Patton" tells the tale of General George S. Patton, famous tank commander of World War II. The film begins with Patton's career in North Africa and progresses through the invasion of Germany and the fall of the Third Reich. Side plots also speak of Patton's numerous faults such his temper and habit towards insubordination.
Credits
Crew
DirectorFranklin J. Schaffner
CinematographerFred J. Koenekamp
ComposerJerry Goldsmith
EditorHugh S. Fowler
ProducerFrank McCarthy
Cast
George C. Scottas General George S. Patton Jr.
Karl Maldenas General Omar N. Bradley
Stephen Youngas Captain Chester B. Hansen