description The Dirty Dozen Overview
The Dirty Dozen is a 1967 war movie centered on a group of convicted criminals enlisted by Allied forces in 1944. These twelve individuals underwent training to become commandos, preparing for a dangerous and potentially fatal operation preceding the Normandy invasion. The film features an ensemble cast including several well-known actors.
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info The Dirty Dozen Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 1967 |
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Who stars in The Dirty Dozen?
The 1967 film features an ensemble led by Lee Marvin, alongside Charles Bronson, John Cassavetes, Telly Savalas, Donald Sutherland, Jim Brown, and Ernest Borgnine. Robert Ryan and George Kennedy also appear in supporting roles.
Is The Dirty Dozen based on a true story?
The film was inspired by the real-life 'Filthy Thirteen,' a demolition unit within the U.S. Army's 101st Airborne Division known for their unruly behavior before the Normandy invasion. However, the plot itself is fictional, adapted from a novel by E.M. Nathanson.
Who directed The Dirty Dozen?
Robert Aldrich directed The Dirty Dozen. The film was one of the highest-grossing releases of 1967 and helped cement Aldrich's reputation for gritty, macho action cinema.
Did The Dirty Dozen win any Academy Awards?
The Dirty Dozen was nominated for four Academy Awards and won for Best Sound Effects. John Cassavetes also earned a nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Victor Franko.
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