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The Captive Heart

1946 · 104 min · Director: Basil Dearden

The Captive Heart (1946) is a war drama, directed by Basil Dearden. It stars Michael Redgrave and Rachel Kempson. It unfolds against the backdrop of World War II. The 104-minute film holds an audience score of 6.4/10.

What The Captive Heart Is About

A series of stories about the lives and loves of men in a Prisoner of War camp over five years. The main story is of Hasek (Redgrave) a Czech soldier who needs to keep his identity a secret from the Nazis. To do this, he poses as a dead English Officer and corresponds with the man's wife. Other inmates’ stories are also revealed. Location shooting in the British occupied part of Germany adds believability.

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What is The Captive Heart about?

A series of stories about the lives and loves of men in a Prisoner of War camp over five years. The main story is of Hasek (Redgrave) a Czech soldier who needs to keep his identity a secret from the Nazis.

Where can I watch The Captive Heart?

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How long is The Captive Heart?

The Captive Heart runs for 104 minutes (1h 44m).

When did The Captive Heart come out?

The Captive Heart was released in 1946.

Who directed The Captive Heart?

The Captive Heart was directed by Basil Dearden.

Who stars in The Captive Heart?

The Captive Heart stars Michael Redgrave, Rachel Kempson, Frederick Leister, Mervyn Johns.

What is The Captive Heart's rating?

The Captive Heart holds 7.0/10 on IMDb and 6.4/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 68 out of 100.

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