Above Us the Waves

Synopsis

Above Us the Waves is a British war film released in 1955 starring John Mills. The movie follows the true story of the daring mission by the Royal Navy to attack and sink the German battleship Tirpitz during World War II. John Mills portrays Lieutenant Commander Fraser, the mastermind behind the audacious plan involving human torpedoes. As tensions rise and dangers loom, the crew faces impossible odds in a race against time to execute their mission and strike a decisive blow against the enemy. The film showcases courage, sacrifice, and the relentless pursuit of victory in the face of overwhelming adversity.

Cast

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  John Mills

  Commandant Fraser

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  John Gregson

  Lieutenant Alec Duffy

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  Donald Sinden

  Lieutenant Tom Corbett

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  James Robertson Justice

  Admiral Ryder

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  Michael Medwin

  Smart

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  Theodore Bikel

  German Officer

Reviews

Above Us the Waves has received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the gripping portrayal of the historical events and the intense performances by the cast, others found the pacing to be slow at times. The Telegraph raved about the film, calling it 'a riveting war drama that captures the bravery and determination of the men involved.' On the contrary, The Guardian criticized the lack of character development but acknowledged the realistic depiction of wartime tension. IMDb rates the movie at 6.6/10, with viewers appreciating the authentic recreation of the daring naval mission despite some shortcomings in storytelling.