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The Steel Bayonet (1958)

1958-02-01 · 1h 25m · EN
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Tunis, 1943. Battle-weary troops of Company C have orders to occupy a derelict Tunisian farmhouse. They are to establish an artillery observation post, reporting on enemy movements before the imminent offensive to liberate Tunis. However German infantrymen discover their operations. The ensuing battle for control of this small piece of land will decide who controls Tunis but more critically, the victors in the battle of democracy versus fascism.

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Michael CarrerasDirectorHoward ClewesWriter

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Leo GennLeo GennMaj. GerrardKieron MooreKieron MooreCapt. MeadMichael MedwinMichael MedwinLt. VernonRobert BrownRobert BrownSgt. Maj. GillRaymond FrancisRaymond FrancisThe GeneralJohn PaulJohn PaulLt. Col. DerryPaddy JoycePaddy JoyceCpl. Ames R.A.Michael RipperMichael RipperPte. MiddleditchBernard HorsfallBernard HorsfallPte. LivingstoneDavid RitchDavid RitchMahometTom BowmanTom BowmanSgt. NichollsJohn H. WatsonJohn H. WatsonCpl. Bean

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Genre affinityDrama · WarDialogue densityDramaPacingShortEmotional intensityWarDirector preference246206Actor preference141785 · 332204 · 191336

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What is The Steel Bayonet about?

Tunis, 1943. Battle-weary troops of Company C have orders to occupy a derelict Tunisian farmhouse. They are to establish an artillery observation post, reporting on enemy movements before the imminent offensive to liberate Tunis. However German infantrymen discover their operations. The ensuing battle for control of this small piece of land will decide who controls Tunis but more critically, the victors in the battle of democracy versus fascism.

How long is The Steel Bayonet?

The Steel Bayonet has a runtime of 85 minutes.