Imitation General (1958)

Great film, even if u don't like back and white formate. Excellent work by two extraordinary actors, and a great wartime director...George Marshall. Great combat action scenes, and comedy excerpts that will keep you laughing well after the film is over. It's 'watch it again movie', as I have. Wish I could find it on blu-ray with captions. No captions on this product.

I saw this movie in the theater when it first came out, so I must have been about 12 years old. What has always impressed me about it is the humor and interaction between the characters. Imitation General is a bit far-fetched--or it might seem that way--but it doesn't try to be a great movie, just a very good one. As a result, and again the interaction of the characters helps, it succeeds in carrying out its odd plot device. I don't want to give away what that is, even though the title does a good job in saying what that is., I enjoyed the movie back in 1958 and have looked for it on tv, recording and watching it when I could. I'm glad I could add it to my collection.

This is not a 5-star, top of the line classic, but it is an amusing, easy to watch film with a good plot that's not overly predictable. Ford, Buttons and the pretty Taina Elg all do a good job of portraying their characters, who are average people doing their best in a rough situation. It's easy to like them and want to root for them. Anyone who has knowledge of how intensely difficult and nasty war can be will realize this story, which makes it all look relatively simple and at times almost fun, does not portray the insanity of war accurately. But that aspect of the film is not overdone, and if you can accept that minor drawback, this is a fun movie with a satisfying finish.

My grandfather, Brig. Gen. William Chamberlain, wrote the story this movie was based upon. My siblings and I have searched for years and years for the VHS and later the DVD of the movie. How wonderful to see it finally released to the general public! Like most of what Grandfather Bill wrote, the story is simple and humorous, and written from the point of view of the career soldier that he was. He didn't write "great literature" and this is not great cinema; but if you're looking for a bit of relaxed entertainment, this is a good way to while away a couple of hours. I thought Glenn Ford was at his laconic best in this one. Being able to buy the movie at last really made my day!

Interesting concept. Probably happened more than once. Enjoyed the movie. Glen Ford has a knack for comedy

I purchased this because I saw it a lot of years ago. It was great then and most enjoyable to watch again. Some truly great performances by incredible actors. A must watch

First saw this when I was in grade school.....a LONG time ago. Ford is a great comedian, as is Red Buttons. Today's war movie nit pickers might not like it, but taking it for what it is....a comedy....its pretty good.

A great movie and cast. A funny movie to boot. America always had enlisted men that would take command and do what had to be done. We had a lot of born leaders in the military during WW 2 and Korea. I watched the movie when it came out. Tried to buy it from Amazon a few years ago but Tedd Turner had baught the film. When I noticed it was for sale on Amazon I bought. You'll love it.!

As expected!