
To Be or Not to Be
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Set against the backdrop of Nazi-occupied Warsaw, this 1942 film is a dark comedy that follows a troupe of Polish actors who become embroiled in a daring plot to outwit the occupying forces. The film stars Carole Lombard and Jack Benny, whose performances bring a unique blend of humor and tension to the narrative. Directed by the renowned Ernst Lubitsch, the movie is celebrated for its clever script and satirical edge. While it did not receive any major awards, it remains a classic example of Lubitsch’s “touch” in blending comedy with serious themes. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 39min
Views:770
Release:1942
Release Date:1942-03-05
Genre:Best Comedy, Best War, Comedy, Romance, Showbiz, Top250Movies, War
Director:Ernst Lubitsch
Actors:Carole Lombard, Charles Halton, Felix Bressart, George Lynn, Jack Benny, Lionel Atwill, Robert Stack, Sig Ruman, Stanley Ridges, Tom Dugan
Country:United States of America
Company:Romaine Film Corporation
Awards:Top rated movie #241 | Nominated for 1 Oscar, 5 wins & 2 nominations total
Worldwide Gross:$4,578,000
TMDB:7.8
Rotten Tomatoes:96%
FilmAffinity:8.5
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