# Patton (1970)

> A towering but volatile tank commander seeks battlefield glory while his genius, temper, and insubordination collide with the Allied military hierarchy.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/6219

## Facts

- Runtime: 172 min
- Genres: War, Drama, History
- Director: Franklin J. Schaffner
- Cast: George C. Scott, Karl Malden, Stephen Young, Michael Strong, Carey Loftin, Albert Dumortier, Frank Latimore, Morgan Paull
- TMDB rating: 7.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0066206/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: forceful, stern, theatrical, historical film night, classic cinema viewing

## Synopsis

A legendary general's fierce ambition and controversial tactics shape the course of history during World War II.

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