To Be or Not to Be
1983 · 1h 47m · Comedy, Romance, War · United States of America · Rated PG (US)
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A bad Polish actor is just trying to make a living when Poland is invaded by the Germans in World War II. His wife has the habit of entertaining young Polish officers while he's on stage, which is also a source of depression to him. When one of her officers comes back on a Secret Mission, the actor takes charge and comes up with a plan for them to escape.
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Alan Johnson6.5Smart score
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dramaticenthusiasticgay themenaziparodypolish stereotyperemakesuspensefulworld war ii
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