Ship of Fools (1965) follows a diverse group of passengers aboard a German ocean liner as it departs from Mexico en route to Bremerhaven, Germany, in 1931, just before the outbreak of World War II. The film, adapted from Katherine Anne Porter's 1962 novel, delves into the complex dynamics and personal struggles of its characters, including Vivien Leigh, Simone Signoret, Jose Ferrer, and Lee Marvin, who deliver compelling performances. The voyage is marked by tensions stemming from anti-Semitism, unfulfilled love, xenophobia, and a pervasive sense of dissatisfaction. The ship serves as a miniature reflection of the world and the human condition, offering a poignant exploration of societal issues and personal conflicts.
Ship of Fools (1965)
1965 · Movie · 149 min. · United States
Credits
Direction Stanley Kramer
Cast Vivien Leigh · Simone Signoret · Oskar Werner · José Ferrer · Lee Marvin · Elizabeth Ashley · George Segal · Michael Dunn · José Greco · Charles Korvin · Heinz Rühmann · Lilia Skala · Barbara Luna · Christiane Schmidtmer · Stanley Adams · Henry Calvin
Soundtrack Ernest Gold
Screenplay Abby Mann · Katherine Anne Porter
Cinematography Ernest Laszlo
Technical sheet
Title Ship of Fools
Original title Ship of Fools
Year 1965
Type Movie
Length 149 min.
Country United States
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