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Aug 12, 2024 · The Spanish Civil War, a brutal conflict that raged from 1936 to 1939, has inspired numerous filmmakers to capture its intense drama and profound human stories. These movies offer a window into the turbulent period, showcasing the struggles, sacrifices, and resilience of those who lived through it.
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- The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) Robin Hood: Myth or man? There are several theories surrounding who the real Robin Hood was, or if he even existed.
- Captain Blood (1935) This is the film that started many legendary careers and collaborations. It was the first major collaboration between Flynn and director Michael Curtiz, the first film to feature a score by renowned Hollywood composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold, the first on-screen duel between Flynn and Rathbone, and was both Flynn and de Havilland’s first major picture.
- The Sea Hawk (1940) The king of Spain has decided to conquer England, and sends ambassador Don Alvarez (Claude Rains) to England to distract Queen Elizabeth I (Flora Robson).
- Dodge City (1939) In a year with a lot of huge films, “Dodge City” was one of the top 10 grossing movies of that banner year. It marked Flynn’s first western, and another successful collaboration with de Havilland and Curtiz.
- The Spanish Civil War: A Flynn Moment
- That Fellow, Dr. Herman Erben
- Flynn in Cuba
The Spanish Civil War (1936-1939) pitted the Republicans (which included an odd assortment of groups, including Communists) against the Nationalists (which also included a collection of groups, including Catholics). The civil war began as a revolt by members of the military against the Republican government. The Nationalists, in which General Franc...
Dr. Herman (sometimes spelled Hermann) Erben, was a friend of Errol Flynn, but then again that might have ended in 1940. It seems safe to say the two met in New Guinea in 1933. Some of the details of their friendship are shrouded in confusion. 14 Erben was an Austrian physician who appeared to join the Nazi Party in 1938. While some places refer to...
In the midst of the Cuban Revolution, Flynn wrote for the New York Journal American with articles titled, “Me and Castro,” and “I fought with Castro,” (although he admitted in a TV interview that he did not lift anything heavier than “a ballpoint pen” when in Cuba). 21 Flynn had been to Cuba frequently since the 1930s. He claimed that he was invite...
Dec 27, 2023 · This rousing adventure film tells the story of an English privateer who, during a time of war with Spain, uncovers a plan to conquer England and usurp Queen Elizabeth I. Flynn's magnetic portrayal of the heroic privateer Captain Geoffrey Thorpe has been hailed as one of his finest cinematic achievements, blending his trademark charm with ...
During the Spanish Civil War, a group of comics lightens the days of the Republican troops. Tired of life in the front lines, they make their way to Valencia, accidentally entering enemy land and falling prisoner.
Sep 15, 2024 · The Spanish Influence: Set in post-Civil War Spain, Pan's Labryrinth intertwines Spanish folklore and history, showcasing the stark contrasts between the idyllic countryside and the grim realities of fascist rule. Through its enchanting yet dark narrative, it utilizes the country's ancient mythologies and cultural heritage to deepen the ...
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Spanish guerrillera and American anti-Fascist in For Whom the Bell Tolls Below is an incomplete list of fictional feature films which include events of the Spanish Civil War (1936–1939) in the narrative.
