Twelve O'Clock High
Directed by Henry King
Generaal Frank Savage krijgt in W.O. II het bevel over een groep bommenwerpers. Zij dienen missies uit te voeren over Duitsland. Savage eist van zijn mannen het maximale; ze dienen zo laag mogelijk te vliegen, en veel risico's te nemen.
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- flavo4329 december 2025Twelve O’Clock High is a film I’ve always found deeply impressive, and there’s a reason it’s still shown in military promotion and leadership training programs today. Watching it, I was struck by how effectively it explores different leadership styles under extreme pressure, using World War II bomber operations as its backdrop. Gregory Peck’s performance resonated with me, particularly in how his character balances authority, discipline, and compassion while facing relentless losses. What stood out most was the film’s focus on mental fatigue and moral strain rather than glorified combat. Based on a novel written by former airmen, it captures the psychological toll of bomber command in a way that feels authentic and timeless. The tension, exhaustion, and internal conflict experienced by both leaders and crews are palpable throughout. For me, Twelve O’Clock High isn’t just a war movie—it’s a powerful study of responsibility and command. It shows that leadership under stress comes at a cost, and that burden can be as heavy as the mission itself.
- Mister Arn14 mei 2025Great film that highlights the psychological toll of leading men in combat. I loved how they built the tension using the returning plane count.
Twelve O'Clock High Trivia
Twelve O'Clock High was released on 21 december 1949.
Twelve O'Clock High was directed by Henry King.
Twelve O'Clock High has a runtime of 2 u, 12 m.
Twelve O'Clock High was produced by Darryl F. Zanuck.
Generaal Frank Savage krijgt in W.O. II het bevel over een groep bommenwerpers. Zij dienen missies uit te voeren over Duitsland. Savage eist van zijn mannen het maximale; ze dienen zo laag mogelijk te vliegen, en veel risico's te nemen.
The key characters in Twelve O'Clock High are Brigadier General Frank Savage (Gregory Peck), Lieutenant Colonel Ben Gately (Hugh Marlowe), Colonel Keith Davenport (Gary Merrill).
Twelve O'Clock High is rated 6.
Twelve O'Clock High is an Action, Oorlog, Drama film.
Twelve O'Clock High has an audience rating of 8.6 out of 10.
Twelve O'Clock High has made US$ 3,2 mln. at the box office.