This British drama portrays the Titanic's tragic sinking in a gripping manner, focusing primarily on the ship's second officer, Charles Lightoller. Despite receiving multiple alerts about icebergs ahead, Capt. Edward John Smith insists on maintaining the vessel's speed. When the inevitable collision occurs, the passengers and crew face an overwhelming crisis: not enough lifeboats are available to save everyone. The film masterfully unfolds the ensuing chaos and despair with remarkable realism, highlighting human vulnerability in the face of such catastrophic events.
(Criterion Channel)
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