“In Which We Serve” is a British wartime drama film released in 1942. It was directed by Noël Coward and David Lean and starred Noël Coward himself, along with John Mills, Bernard Miles, and Celia Johnson. The film tells the story of the crew of HMS Torrin, a British destroyer that is sunk during the Battle of Crete in 1941.

The film opens with the sinking of the Torrin, and then flashes back to tell the story of the ship and her crew. The ship is commanded by Captain Edward Kinross (Noël Coward), who is a strict but fair leader. The crew includes Ordinary Seaman “Shorty” Blake (John Mills), Seaman Freda Lewis (Celia Johnson), and Stoker Petty Officer “Ali” Hakim (Bernard Miles), among others.

Through a series of flashbacks, we see the crew members’ personal lives and how they came to be on the Torrin. We see the ship’s training exercises and its deployment to the Mediterranean, where it participates in the Battle of Crete. During the battle, the Torrin is hit by a bomb and sinks, but the surviving crew members are rescued.

The film ends with the crew back on shore, reflecting on their experiences and their comrades who did not make it back. In the final scene, Captain Kinross addresses the families of the fallen crew members, telling them that their loved ones “died in a service they loved and understood.”

The film was a critical and commercial success and was nominated for several Academy Awards. It is widely considered a classic of British cinema and is noted for its patriotic message and portrayal of the courage and sacrifice of the British Navy during World War II.

Directors:
Noël Coward, David Lean

Writer:
Noël Coward

Stars:
Noël Coward, John Mills, Bernard Miles

“Go for Broke!” is a 1951 war film directed by Robert Pirosh and starring Van Johnson, who plays the role of Lt. Michael Grayson. The movie tells the story of the 442nd Infantry Regiment, a segregated unit of Japanese-American soldiers who fought for the United States during World War II.

The movie follows Lt. Grayson as he is assigned to lead the 442nd Infantry Regiment, made up entirely of Japanese-American soldiers. Despite initial skepticism from his superiors, Lt. Grayson quickly learns to respect and admire the soldiers under his command.

The soldiers of the 442nd face discrimination both at home and on the battlefield. They are initially treated with suspicion and mistrust by their fellow soldiers and face prejudice from civilians back home. However, they remain committed to their mission and determined to prove their loyalty to the United States.

As the war progresses, the soldiers of the 442nd face intense combat in Italy. They are tasked with some of the most dangerous and difficult missions of the war, including a mission to rescue a lost battalion of American soldiers. The soldiers of the 442nd prove their bravery and determination in the face of overwhelming odds.

The movie’s title, “Go for Broke,” is a phrase that was commonly used by the soldiers of the 442nd, meaning to give it your all, to risk everything, to leave nothing on the table. The movie is a tribute to the soldiers of the 442nd Infantry Regiment and their remarkable achievements despite facing discrimination and prejudice.

“Go for Broke” is considered a landmark film for its portrayal of Japanese-American soldiers and its message of tolerance and inclusion. It was one of the first Hollywood films to feature Asian-American actors in lead roles and helped to raise awareness of the contributions and sacrifices of Japanese-Americans during World War II.

Directors:
Robert Pirosh

Writer:
Robert Pirosh

Stars:
Van Johnson, Lane Nakano, George Miki

“The Way Ahead” is a 1944 British war film directed by Carol Reed and starring David Niven, Stanley Holloway, and William Hartnell. The movie tells the story of a group of civilians who are recruited to join the British Army during World War II and their journey from basic training to the front lines.

The movie begins with a group of mismatched and untrained civilians who are drafted into the Army. They are unsure of what lies ahead and struggle to adjust to military life. However, with the guidance of their tough but fair sergeant (played by Niven), they begin to learn the skills and discipline necessary to become soldiers.

As they progress through training, the soldiers begin to form bonds of camaraderie and mutual respect. They face challenges such as physical training, weapon drills, and live-fire exercises, but they also learn important lessons about leadership, teamwork, and sacrifice.

Eventually, the soldiers are deployed to North Africa, where they face their first taste of combat against the German Army. They must rely on their training and each other to survive and complete their mission.

“The Way Ahead” is a patriotic and uplifting film that celebrates the bravery and sacrifice of ordinary people in times of war. It was made with the support of the British Army and was intended to boost morale during the difficult years of the war. The movie’s message is that everyone has a part to play in the war effort and that by working together, people can achieve great things.

Directors:
Carol Reed

Writer:
Eric Ambler, Peter Ustinov

Stars:
David Niven, Stanley Holloway, James Donald