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All at Sea

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After being honored by the British government for saving the H.M.S. Arabella, Capt. Horatio Ambrose (Alec Guinness) relates the real adventure of the rescue to a reporter (Harry Locke). Although descended from a long line of sea-going captains with a reputation for braveness, Ambrose confesses to a personal, inherited secret that undercuts the family tradition. Further, while drunk, Ambrose details that the salvation of the Arabella was not exactly a seafaring struggle.

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Jim P This movie was called Barnacle Bill here in the UK, and it's a classic Ealing Comedy. Such a great story, with typical understated British humour. A "must see"! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/03/24 Full Review Audience Member also known as 'all at sea' Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/21/23 Full Review Audience Member Not the best known Alec Guinness film but an absolute gem. Guinness plays a sea captain with chronic sea sickness who buys a seaside pier. However, when the town council attempts to buy it back with a compulsory purchase order a battle of wits ensues. Charming, witty and lots of fun. A must for lovers of classic British comedy. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/26/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis After being honored by the British government for saving the H.M.S. Arabella, Capt. Horatio Ambrose (Alec Guinness) relates the real adventure of the rescue to a reporter (Harry Locke). Although descended from a long line of sea-going captains with a reputation for braveness, Ambrose confesses to a personal, inherited secret that undercuts the family tradition. Further, while drunk, Ambrose details that the salvation of the Arabella was not exactly a seafaring struggle.
Director
Charles Frend
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 19, 2014
Runtime
1h 27m