The Great Escaper (2023) (12a)

Director Oliver Parker. Comedy/Drama


Michael Caine and the late Glenda Jackson star in this inspirational retelling of a D-Day veteran’s remarkable exploit. In the summer of 2014 – the 70th anniversary of the D-Day Landings – Bernie Jordan made headlines after staging a “great escape” from his care home to join fellow war veterans on the beach in Normandy to commemorate their fallen comrades. With great chemistry between Caine and Jackson as Rene, Jordan’s spirited wife of 60 years, Oliver Parker’s (Swimming With Men, Dad’s Army) warm, bittersweet film salutes an adventure that captured the imagination of the world while exploring the lasting trauma of war.

Starring Michael Caine, Glenda Jackson, John Standing


Flicks Advisor (comments from our film promoters)

Absolutely superb - have bought the DVD for myself to watch again and again at home! A true British classic - incredibly heartwarming and a beautiful film. A must-see!!

This moving film is a masterclass in writing and acting. Our audience was full of praise, with many shedding a tear too! Caine and Jackson are simply superb!

Extremely well received. Everyone really enjoyed it. Glenda Jackson deserved an Oscar.

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Saturday25May

Tickets
Adult: £5.00 

Time
7.30 pm

Running Time
96

Enquiries
07870 468645

Extra Event Information
To coincide with the forthcoming 80th D-day anniversary we will be screening The Great Escaper. Popcorn will be available to buy on the night. Tickets £5 pp.

Please obtain tickets by phoning the enquiries number

Friday28Jun

Tickets

Time
7.00 pm

Running Time
96

Enquiries
01885 488575; www.conquest-theatre.co.uk

Extra Event Information
Conquest Theatre supporting Armed Forces week celebration FREE ADMISSION

Please obtain tickets by phoning the enquiries number