The Tanks Are Coming

Name: The Tanks Are Coming
Director: B. Reeves Eason
Genre: Comedy, War
Released: 1941-01-01
Duration: 20 min
Cast: George Tobias, Richard Travis, Gig Young, Frank Wilcox, Knox Manning

1941Dir. B. Reeves Eason20m

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The Tanks Are Coming is an interesting blend of comedy and military education, capturing a snapshot of the U.S. Army's tank training in 1941. The film's pacing is brisk, with a light-hearted tone that contrasts sharply with the serious subject matter of impending war. The Bronx trainee adds a comedic flair, his antics providing a form of levity amid the backdrop of military preparations. The practical effects, while modest by today’s standards, effectively showcase the tanks of the era, which gives it a unique charm. It feels like a time capsule, revealing not just training techniques but also the zeitgeist of a nation on the brink of conflict. The performances are engaging, especially the lead, whose comedic timing stands out.

Educational short about U.S. tank trainingFeatures comedic elements from a Bronx Army traineeCaptures the atmosphere of pre-WWII America