The Foreman Went to France

The Foreman Went to France

1942 · 87 min · ★ 6.6 · War, Drama

Based on the true story of Melbourne Johns, an aircraft factory foreman sent to France to prevent the Nazis getting hold of some vital equipment.

Directed by Charles Frend · Written by J. B. Priestley

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