Approved | 1h 45min | Drama, War | 1940 The sea can offer many things. Whether for civilians or those enlisted in military service, shipping off to ports of call can be an adventure, with long voyages to distant, exotic locales. For others, it can be a means to escape problems or burdens on the home front. One thing that separates military naval personnel from civilian mariners, besides the obvious differences in discipline, is that when a naval ship pulls into a port, sailors might get a little leave time, and then they have to report back to their ship. But when it comes to civilian crews, personnel can pull into port, get their pay for services rendered, and disappear. Directed by John Ford during the height of his career, “The Long Voyage Home” tells the tale of one civilian ship and crew—in this case, the crew of an English …
Popcorn and Inspiration: ‘The Long Voyage Home’: John Ford’s Excellent Nautical Adventure
August 27, 2021
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