World Famous Comics: The Caine Mutiny (Collector's Edition)
The Caine Mutiny (Collector's Edition)
Starring: Humphrey Bogart, José Ferrer, Van Johnson, Fred MacMurray, Robert Francis Directed By: Edward Dmytryk Average Rating: Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Audience Rating: Unrated Binding: DVD Format: Closed-captioned, Collector's Edition, Color, Dubbed, DVD-Video, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC Label: Sony Pictures Number of Items: 1 Region Code: 99 Release Date: May 08, 2007 Running Time: 125 minutes Theatrical Release Date: June 24, 1954
Product Description: This is a classic film of modern day mutiny aboard a Naval vessel based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Herman Wouk. The nervous and inept behavior of Captain Queeg (Humphrey Bogart) during maneuvers aboard the U.S.S. Caine a destroyer/mine sweeper attracts the attention of the ship's crew members and it's executive officer Maryk (Van Johnson). When Queeg's neurotic behavior reaches a breaking point during a fierce typhoon Maryk takes command of the ship. Queeg then retaliates by having Maryk court-martialed. In a tense courtroom sequence Lt. Greenwald (Jose Ferrer) assigned to Maryk's defense systematically breaks Queeg down on the stand. Maryk wins the case but the victory is short-lived as Lt. Greenwald reveals that the men have all been the unwitting victims of a deceptiveshipmate named Lt. Keefer (Fred MacMurray) who actually instigated the mutiny for his own purposes. An all-star cast makes this film one to remember.System Requirements:Running Time: 123 Mins.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: ACTION/ADVENTURE Rating: NR UPC: 043396163249 Manufacturer No: 16324
Amazon.com essential video: Humphrey Bogart is heartbreaking as the tragic Captain Queeg in this 1954 film, based on a novel by Herman Wouk, about a mutiny aboard a navy ship during World War II. Stripped of his authority by two officers under his command (played by Van Johnson and Robert Francis) during a devastating storm, Queeg becomes a crucial witness at a court martial that reveals as much about the invisible injuries of war as anything. Edward Dmytryk (Murder My Sweet, Raintree County) directs the action scenes with a sure hand and nudges his all-male cast toward some of the most well-defined characters of 1950s cinema. The courtroom scenes alone have become the basis for a stage play (and a television movie in 1988), but it is a more satisfying experience to see the entire story in context. --Tom Keogh
outstanding Outstanding acting and plot with a great ending. This film is a real classic.
movie review this is an excellent movie with excellent acting. great entertainment and glad its in my collection.
Steel Balls & Strawberries "Aboard my ship, excellent performance is standard, standard performance is sub-standard, and sub-standard performance is not permitted to exist - that, I warn you."
Based on the novel by the great Herman Wouk, THE CAINE MUTINY boasts one of the best performances and ensemble cast of any movie from the 1950s. Ensign Willie Keith, the naïve young officer, is wonderfully played by Robert Francis, who died in a plane crash at the age of 25 one year after this role. Classic stars Humphrey Bogart, Van Johnson, Fred McMurray, Jose Ferrer, Tom Tully, and a bevy of talented and (at the time) lesser known stars (including Lee Marvin and Claude Akins), round out this wonderfully diverse group of performers. They combine to paint a realistic portrait of life aboard the Caine - a tired, WWII ship desperately in need of leadership.
The movie is essentially in three parts: The first part focuses on the arrival and experiences of young Ensign Keith, a son of privilege and wealth with an idealized view of the world and lofty expectations of those in command. He is discouraged by the presumed lethargy of his commander - the war weary Commander DeVriess, and yearns for a spit-and-polish type as a source of strength.
In the second part, Ensign Keith get's his wish (or so he thinks) in the form of Lt. Commander Philip Francis Queeg - a formal "by-the-book" man who is in reality, a battered veteran of one too-many combat experiences. Beautifully played by Humphrey Bogart, in one of his finest performances, Queeg is contrasted with the cynical communications officer (played against type by Fred McMurray), the torn, yet devoted executive officer played by Van Johnson, and young Ensign Keith. Events escalate until the climactic mutiny, when the reluctant executive officer relieves the Captain.
In the third part, the action shifts to the court martial of the offending officers. Jose Ferrer gives a brilliant and inspired performance as naval defender Barney Greenwald. While all main actors give splendid performances, Humphrey Bogart's witness stand testimony shows the actors remarkable abilities. His transformation from confident and personable officer to a person of mental exhaustion displays Bogart's considerable talents.
The DVD sound and picture quality are excellent with the last reel properly remastered (in comparison with the earlier VHS release). Extras include "Inside The Caine Mutiny," a two-part documentary exploring the making of the film as well as specific themes and plot elements. The remaining extras - trailers for new films - are superfluous.
The lessons of this fine film are loyalty, support, and respect for command. In the words of Jose Ferrer's character in his exchange with young Ensign Keith:
"Now you're learning, Willie. You don't support your captain because you like him; you support him because he's got the job or you're no good!"
AUTHENTIC ADVENTURE I remember reading the book several years ago. Used t have the movie on VHS. Now on DVD its brilliant color and even more brilliant acting are preserved in my film library. Outstanding performances by Jose Ferrer, Fred McMurray, Van Johnson and, of course, Humphrey Bogart make this one of my all time favorite films.
Authentic World War II drama penned by a man who served in those very ships. This movie is a must-see!
One Of The Most Powerful Movies Made Less about war or even court martial, this film delves into the darkness in men's souls. The scene where Capt. Queeg psyche comes unraveled while he is on the stand during questioning, is one of the most powerful ever filmed. I too, felt the contempt that Jose Ferrer's character felt for the officers that he defended. A must see film.
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