San Demetrio London
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San Demetrio London

Rescue of the tanker MV San Demetrio by parts of her own crew after she had been set afire in the middle of the Atlantic by the German heavy cruiser A...dmiral Scheer and then had been abandoned. Show More

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In the 1943 film San Demetrio London, viewers are taken on a gripping journey following the harrowing true story of the tanker MV San Demetrio. The vessel finds itself under attack in the middle of the Atlantic by the German heavy cruiser Admiral Scheer, leaving it engulfed in flames and abandoned by its crew.

Despite the perilous situation, parts of the San Demetrio's crew display unwavering courage and determination as they return to the burning ship to attempt a daring rescue mission. As tensions rise and the odds seem insurmountable, the crew members must band together to navigate through treacherous waters and save their beloved vessel.

Filled with suspense, bravery, and camaraderie, San Demetrio London is a captivating tale of resilience and the human spirit in the face of adversity. Witness the incredible true story of survival and sacrifice as ordinary men are pushed to extraordinary lengths to overcome extraordinary challenges.

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San Demetrio London

Release Date:

21 Feb 1944

Writers:

Robert Hamer, Charles Frend, F. Tennyson Jesse

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