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Young Winston

Young Winston

Action · Adventure · Drama · 1972

This historical drama is an account of the early life of British politician Winston Churchill, including his childhood years, his time as a war correspondent in Africa, and culminating with his first election to Parliament.

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Young Winston

“Rebel Soldier Hustler Prisoner Fugitive Firebrand”

1972 Action · Adventure · Drama 2h 29m

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6.2 / 10

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This historical drama is an account of the early life of British politician Winston Churchill, including his childhood years, his time as a war correspondent in Africa, and culminating with his first election to Parliament.

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Names above the title

The people responsible.

Directed by

Richard Attenborough

Written by

Carl Foreman

Simon Ward

Simon Ward

Winston Churchill

Peter Cellier

Peter Cellier

Le capitaine du 35e Sikhs

Robert Shaw

Robert Shaw

Lord Randolph Churchill

Anne Bancroft

Anne Bancroft

Lady Jennie Churchill

Jack Hawkins

Jack Hawkins

Mr. Welldon

Ian Holm

Ian Holm

George E. Buckle

Anthony Hopkins

Anthony Hopkins

David Llyod George

Court is in session

Put Young Winston on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Cool Ironist

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.