New WWII Film 'Pressure' Receives Stellar Reviews
The new World War II drama 'Pressure,' starring Andrew Scott and Brendan Fraser, has debuted to stellar reviews. The film focuses on a tense D-Day drama and the critical role of weather forecasting in the 72 hours leading up to the invasion.
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‘Pressure’ Review: Andrew Scott and Brendan Fraser Go Toe-to-Toe in an Absorbing Tale of How the Weather Won the War
The British obsession with the weather goes from an easily mocked national quirk to a world-beating point of pride in “Pressure,” a handsome, efficient WWII drama that doesn’t go quite so far as to say a weatherman won the war, but wouldn’t mind one bit if that’s what you came away believing. The “weatherman,” in […]
By Guy Lodge
Read full article →Pressure is a gripping D-Day drama, Anemone wilts under Day-Lewis father and son - The Straits Times
Pressure is a gripping D-Day drama, Anemone wilts under Day-Lewis father and son The Straits Times
Read full article →‘Pressure’ Review: A Superb Andrew Scott Faces Off Against Brendan Fraser in a Tense D-Day Drama
Kerry Condon, Chris Messina and Damian Lewis also appear in Anthony Maras' historical film about the meteorologist who played a key role in the Allied invasion of Europe.
By Frank Scheck
Read full article →‘Pressure’ Review: Brendan Fraser And Andrew Scott In Thrilling WWII Story Of How A Weather Forecast Changed History In The 72 Hours Before D-Day
If you have seen Oscar-winning accounts of the June 6, 1944 seaborne invasion in Normandy, known as D-Day, in classic films like Steven Spielberg’s Saving Private Ryan and 1962’s all-star epic The Longest Day, you probably believe you know all you need to know about that fateful day that changed world history. Think again. Just […]
By Pete Hammond
Read full article →US filmmaker explores forgotten chapter of WWII - China Daily - Global Edition
US filmmaker explores forgotten chapter of WWII China Daily - Global Edition
Read full article →Pressure Review: Brendan Fraser and Andrew Scott Shine in a Tense, High-Stakes D-Day Thriller
War movie fans and WWII buffs should appreciate Pressure's devotion to detail, while mainstream audiences will be treated to a taut, compelling story about the very real men behind the icons who ensured an Allied victory. Brendan Fraser makes General Eisenhower flesh and blood, while Andrew Scott adds another whip-smart protagonist to his filmography with his nuanced portrayal of meteorologist James Stagg.
By Jim Vejvoda
Read full article →Brendan Fraser's New WWII Movie Pressure Debuts With Stellar Rotten Tomatoes Score
Before The Mummy 4, Brendan Fraser stars in Pressure, a new World War II movie about D-Day in which he plays the role of Dwight D. Eisenhower.
By Matthew Rudoy
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