Catch-22(1970)
Director:
Mike Nichols
A man is trying desperately to be certified insane during World War II, so he can stop flying missions.
Catch-22
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Catch-22 (1970) is a gripping and darkly comedic war film set during World War II. The story follows a man named Yossarian, a US Army Air Forces bombardier, who is determined to escape the horrors of war by feigning insanity. His only hope is to be certified as insane, which would exempt him from having to fly any more dangerous missions. However, he soon discovers that there is a catch-22 – a paradoxical bureaucratic rule that states anyone who is sane enough to understand the consequences of flying dangerous missions is automatically deemed sane and must continue to fly.
Yossarian's desperate attempts to prove his insanity are met with frustration and absurdity. As he navigates through the paradoxical world of the military, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, each with their own survival strategies and eccentricities. Along the way, Yossarian faces not only the physical dangers of war but also the psychological toll it takes on him and his fellow soldiers.
Directed by Mike Nichols and adapted from Joseph Heller's iconic novel, Catch-22 explores the absurdity and illogic of bureaucracy in wartime. The film combines dark humor with poignant moments, painting a vivid and satirical picture of the madness and futility of war. With its stellar ensemble cast, including Alan Arkin, Martin Balsam, and Orson Welles, Catch-22 is a thought-provoking and unforgettable cinematic experience.
Yossarian's desperate attempts to prove his insanity are met with frustration and absurdity. As he navigates through the paradoxical world of the military, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, each with their own survival strategies and eccentricities. Along the way, Yossarian faces not only the physical dangers of war but also the psychological toll it takes on him and his fellow soldiers.
Directed by Mike Nichols and adapted from Joseph Heller's iconic novel, Catch-22 explores the absurdity and illogic of bureaucracy in wartime. The film combines dark humor with poignant moments, painting a vivid and satirical picture of the madness and futility of war. With its stellar ensemble cast, including Alan Arkin, Martin Balsam, and Orson Welles, Catch-22 is a thought-provoking and unforgettable cinematic experience.
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Catch-22Writers:
Joseph Heller (based on the novel by), Buck Henry (screenplay by)Awards:
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