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Bookmark this pageThe Fighting 69th (1940)
Director: William Keighley
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From Time Out Film Guide
Sentimental propagandist claptrap recounting the heroic adventures of New York's famous Irish regiment during World War I. With distinct echoes of Angels With Dirty Faces - Cagney's the brash punk knocking the company's traditions until he discovers patriotism, O'Brien's the pious priest giving him guidance - the film is one of its star's most sugary, and therefore most disappointing efforts. Still, he does make the film come alive during a couple of hysterical screaming scenes.Author: GA
Cast & crew
Director: William Keighley
Cast: James Cagney, Pat O'Brien, George Brent, Jeffrey Lynn, Alan Hale, Dennis Morgan, Frank McHugh full cast
Genre(s): War
Duration: 90 mins
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