Catch-22 1970
“The nice thing about war is that the person who kills you really has nothing against you. Personally.”
What is Catch-22?
Catch-22 is a film first released in 1970. Catalogued under War, Comedy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1970
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 121 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 24, 1970
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Filmways Pictures
- Genres
- War, Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
Catch-22 is a film first released in 1970. Catalogued under War, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Paramount Pictures, Filmways Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A WWII pilot tries to dodge combat by feigning insanity, but bureaucracy thwarts him.”
- Sharp anti-war satire
- Blend of war drama and dark humor
- The absurd humor may feel dated
- Runtime exceeds two hours
Watch it if you enjoy satirical takes on wartime bureaucracy.
Features dark humor and war themes, suitable for mature audiences.
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What is the main premise of the film?
A WWII pilot seeks a sanity certificate to be excused from flying missions, but a paradoxical rule blocks him.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a war and comedy film with satirical anti-war elements.
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on June 24, 1970.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately two hours and one minute.
Is the film based on a book?
Yes, it adapts Joseph Heller's 1961 anti-war novel 'Catch-22'.
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