The Small Back Room 1949
In the tense climate of 1943 wartime Britain, *The Small Back Room* (1949) plunges viewers into a gripping tale of courage and personal demons.
Director: Michael Powell
Cast
David Farrar
Sammy Rice
Kathleen Byron
Susan
Jack Hawkins
R.B. Waring
Leslie Banks
Col. A. K. Holland
Michael Gough
Capt. Dick Stuart
Cyril Cusack
Cpl. Taylor
Milton Rosmer
Prof. Mair
Walter Fitzgerald
Brine
Emrys Jones
Joe
Michael Goodliffe
Till
Frequently Asked Questions
What is *The Small Back Room* (1949) about?
Set in 1943 Britain, the film follows a disillusioned bomb disposal expert forced to confront both Nazi booby-traps and his own addiction. His journey intertwines survival, love, and the haunting weight of war.
Who directed *The Small Back Room*?
Michael Powell, a celebrated British director known for his visually striking and emotionally layered films, helmed *The Small Back Room*.
Who stars in *The Small Back Room*?
The film features David Farrar, Kathleen Byron, Jack Hawkins, Leslie Banks, and Michael Gough in key roles.
Is *The Small Back Room* (1949) worth watching?
Packed with tension and heart, this Powell masterpiece offers a gripping war drama with emotional depth. While unrated, its themes and craftsmanship make it a rewarding watch for classic film fans.
How long is *The Small Back Room*?
The runtime of *The Small Back Room* is 106 minutes.
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About The Small Back Room (1949) — A war drama of courage, romance, and personal battles
In the tense climate of 1943 wartime Britain, *The Small Back Room* (1949) plunges viewers into a gripping tale of courage and personal demons. Directed by the visionary Michael Powell, this British drama weaves together war's harsh realities with a deeply personal story of a disgraced explosives expert, haunted by his past and battling alcoholism. As German booby-traps litter the landscape, he must confront both the explosive dangers outside and the battles raging within himself. The film blends stark realism with emotional depth, set against a backdrop of wartime austerity and moral ambiguity.
Starring David Farrar as the tormented hero and Kathleen Byron as his resilient love interest, the cast brings raw intensity to themes of resilience, sacrifice, and redemption. Powell's masterful direction balances suspense with poignant character study, making *The Small Back Room* a standout in classic war dramas. With its atmospheric tension and thought-provoking narrative, this 1949 gem offers a compelling look at the human cost of conflict.
