The Cold Blue

2018, Movie, 1h 14min

A meditation on youth, war and stunning bravery, featuring footage, taken from the National Archives, from the documentary filmed in 1943 by legendary Hollywood director William Wyler about the famous Memphis Belle flying fortress and the gripping narration from some of the last surviving B-17 pilots.

Country: United States

Director:

Erik Nelson

Cast:

William Wyler

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There is a succession of poignant images...

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In the midst of World War II, a young director named William Wyler took to the skies to capture the bravery and sacrifice of the Eighth Air Force's bomber crew members. The result was "The Memphis Belle," a celebrated documentary that has since become a classic of war filmmaking. Now, using never-before-seen color footage from the National Archives and the gripping narration of the last surviving B-17 pilots, director Erik Nelson has crafted a new film that takes audiences on a journey of meditation and reflection. "The Cold Blue" is a powerful and moving tribute to the youth and courage of those who fought and died in the war-torn skies of Europe.

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