Question 1

Why did Trevor Howard nearly drown while filming The Cockleshell Heroes?

Accepted Answer

Trevor Howard nearly drowned after the canoe he shared with David Lodge overturned and he found himself trapped under the water. Real life marines dived in and saved him.

Question 2

Which city stood in for Bordeaux in the film?

Accepted Answer

Lisbon stood in for Bordeaux.

Question 3

What was Operation Frankton's real outcome compared to the film?

Accepted Answer

Operation Frankton was far less successful than the film makes out. It was a monumental failure of planning and communication that led to the loss of eight British soldiers' lives.

Question 4

What did Trevor Howard say was the best thing about The Cockleshell Heroes?

Accepted Answer

Trevor Howard said the best thing about the film was filming in Portugal, where he ended up doing commentary for a documentary that won more awards than the film.

Question 5

Who played Major Geoffrey Stringer in The Cockleshell Heroes?

Accepted Answer

José Ferrer played Major Geoffrey Stringer.

The Cockleshell Heroes

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