For those of you who haven't seen the whole movie, the captain made him promise to keep him alive before they went into battle because he was scared of death.
As a 20 year veteran, I have served with countless officers, peacetime and in war. Out of all them, I can count with my one hand on how many officers I would give my life to so they might leave. Out of these officers, 3 outstanding leaders I know I can provide the same treatment that James Cann did to his platoon leader in this scene. One became a General, one became a Major and the last one I don't know. Yet, if any of my platoon/company/section CO ask me to save them. An NCO word is bond
I was lucky enough to also have a few really good officers, and of course a few shitty ones. My first CO was old school. He'd have no issues hammering you if needed. But no one but him fucked with his troops. One of my favorite NCO's got commissioned. He was the one to sign me out, and was my final salute of active duty. He was an E-6 when commissioned, and retired as a Major. I'd still walk through hell in July for him.
“This is yours, I think?” “Yes sir, it looks like mine.” I love the nonchalant subtlety of that moment, and Eddie Dolan’s wordless response to the surgeon’s question “You wouldn’t really have shot me, would you?”
James Caan had a very good role as US 101 Airborne Division Staff Sergeant Eddie Dohun in "A Bridge Too Far" (1977) . He had his best roles in the 1970s. RIP mr. Caan.
Ive had people who've said to me "I can't believe you like these kind of movies.", (not exact words but along those lines) referring to war movies in general. My response was always that it's not that I enjoy war movies but that i just love hearing about these individual stories that come out of the backdrop of war. There are so damn many and I always felt it important to hear as many of them as is possible.
The vast majority of soldiers on both sides were just concerned about trying to live, shoot the other guys, and hopefully be victorious. Most soldiers on either side had little to no interest in politics. Remember, most were in their late teens to mid-twenties.
A bridge too far is notable in that very few notable details where changed from the actual real life events. This scene, by all accounts, actually happened.
During this period there were sergeants who are older than their immediate superior officers but will go out of their way to protect the younger officers!
The young captain saved by the sergeant is played by Nicolas Campbell, a Canadian actor who went on to make tons of other great movies. You may recognize him as the lead character and coroner from Da Vinci’s Inquest.
Watched this movie today. I seen this movie when it came out in the theaters. They don't make em like this anymore. What a great movie and a ton of stars in this movie 🎥
between each other, yes. When people experience something traumatic (ie being yelled at constantly, being shot at, seeing death first hand, causing death first hand..) people tend to appreciate and bond with those around them. We are social creatures, by god... peace and love
I remember as a kid they were going to show the movie Rollerball on tv, and all my friends were going to watch it. I dad wouldn't let me, said it was too violent and that was that. I wanted to see that movie more than anything in the world, I'm in my late fifties now and still not allowed. Oh the humanity.
What a scene! I’ve watched it a hundred times. What a movie! Filled with so many stars. James Caan was a monster of an actor. Absolutely loved him! RIP
I think this is the first time I heard someone say fuck. I must have been about 8 or 9 years old. Watching this film. This great great film. Made a lasting impression. Fucking hell. What a scene.
You're welcome. This is definately one of the classic war films of all time. If you're interested in seperating the Hollywood from the history, I highly recommend Bando's website. He's probably the premier WWII 101st ABN historian around today. He's also got a pretty interesting write up on the "Band of Brothers" series (another classic). Personally, I like knowing where the movies take a little creative license from actual history-- and it in no way lessens my enjoyment of the films.
We would still do it! if one of my troopers was badly wounded and he had a chance of living..yeah we would politely convince the DOC to look at him. If the doctor happened to be like this colonel..Well..Its just a risk we have to take now won't we?
Comparing my expirences as both a civilian and as a member of the armed forces, I can say because I have not seen such dedication between average people who have not been in the military or not expirenced such life altering expirences.
Naww. If that happened in Iraq the Capt would have been on a plane and in Germany being operated in less time then to took the Sgt to drive him to the Hospital in the jeep
The sad thing is that the business world and healthcare have both become like this. You need to literally threaten someone to do their job, or it never gets done.
As a medic there are two things in Duhan (movie Dolan) favor. First there is no active triage area. Patients were called "expectant" if saving them took more assets that could have been used on higher survivability injuries! Second, there was no military police screening the area! There's a reason weapons aren't allowed in a hospital setting! You can put a company of infantry around a hospital, but none are allowed inside! As far as killing the Doctor, he promised the Capt. that he "wouldn't die" and he kept his promise. I have not served in combat but I have no doubt the NCO meant it!
Always loved this scene, James Caan was amazing. RIP. End of message.
Rest in Peace staff sergeant eddie dohun James Caan March 26, 1940 - July 6, 2022
I think this is the only 70s war movie where I saw a soldier with his chinstrap secured.
For those of you who haven't seen the whole movie, the captain made him promise to keep him alive before they went into battle because he was scared of death.
According to the book, he said he had no recollection of the event till he woke up in the UK with a headache.
true story
James Caan transitions from good to bad were amazing RIP
RIP James Caan. You were a great actor.
As a 20 year veteran, I have served with countless officers, peacetime and in war. Out of all them, I can count with my one hand on how many officers I would give my life to so they might leave.
Out of these officers, 3 outstanding leaders I know I can provide the same treatment that James Cann did to his platoon leader in this scene. One became a General, one became a Major and the last one I don't know.
Yet, if any of my platoon/company/section CO ask me to save them. An NCO word is bond
I was lucky enough to also have a few really good officers, and of course a few shitty ones. My first CO was old school. He'd have no issues hammering you if needed. But no one but him fucked with his troops. One of my favorite NCO's got commissioned. He was the one to sign me out, and was my final salute of active duty. He was an E-6 when commissioned, and retired as a Major. I'd still walk through hell in July for him.
James Caan is in this movie for about 10 minutes, and manages to be the best thing in it. RIP.
Alan Bourdillion Traherne, nicknamed "Mississippi"
Gene Hackman is my fav
“This is yours, I think?”
“Yes sir, it looks like mine.”
I love the nonchalant subtlety of that moment, and Eddie Dolan’s wordless response to the surgeon’s question “You wouldn’t really have shot me, would you?”
"I can give him a quick examination, if you like."
"Thank you very much, sir."
"You wouldn't have really killed me"? guess the colonel never saw the Godfather.
Ba-da-bing!!
@@zothanmawiapachuau hahaha
Is it one of the Godfather actors playing the Sargeant here? (It's been years since I saw the movie so I don't know who's acting in it).
@@Reticence9zen924 Sonny Corleone is the guy that threatens him.
or Thief.
My favourite scene of the movie. RIP Mr Caan.
Alan Bourdillion Traherne, nicknamed "Mississippi"
James Caan had a very good role as US 101 Airborne Division Staff Sergeant Eddie Dohun in "A Bridge Too Far" (1977) . He had his best roles in the 1970s. RIP mr. Caan.
(1981) is worth a watch as well.
Sorry, That's Thief (1981)
No! 😮💨@@adamrichardson6821
James Caan and Arthur Hill worked together before in Sam Peckinpah's Killer Elite!
10 second court martial for the Sarge 😃
Ahhhh, classic American persuasion.
Love it.
My favorite James Caan scene, even more than any of his scenes in The Godfather. Rest in peace.
Alan Bourdillion Traherne, nicknamed "Mississippi"
Ive had people who've said to me "I can't believe you like these kind of movies.", (not exact words but along those lines) referring to war movies in general. My response was always that it's not that I enjoy war movies but that i just love hearing about these individual stories that come out of the backdrop of war. There are so damn many and I always felt it important to hear as many of them as is possible.
I think A bridge too far is THE best war film made. It portrays all sides of the battle, and is not biased, unlike most modern/other war films.
Columnsx Is Saving Private Ryan Bias?
@Starscream91 Inglorious Basterds?
It is pure fucking fiction written by a palstic mick with a hatred of the British, Cornelius Ryan was a teat, a nasty evil twat
@Starscream91 Yeah, the Germans were just so sweet and kind... SMH.
The vast majority of soldiers on both sides were just concerned about trying to live, shoot the other guys, and hopefully be victorious. Most soldiers on either side had little to no interest in politics. Remember, most were in their late teens to mid-twenties.
A bridge too far is notable in that very few notable details where changed from the actual real life events. This scene, by all accounts, actually happened.
During this period there were sergeants who are older than their immediate superior officers but will go out of their way to protect the younger officers!
The young captain saved by the sergeant is played by Nicolas Campbell, a Canadian actor who went on to make tons of other great movies. You may recognize him as the lead character and coroner from Da Vinci’s Inquest.
Good thing he lived!
@@thepromojungle , 😂
brilliant acting god bless the Americans for they really did help the allies give us that push against Germany. That was true courage displayed there.
Great blockbuster movie especially this scene . RIP. MR. CANN
The greatness of this is the NOT acting. Neither actor acts. They give nothing and it's truly brilliant.
Watched this movie today. I seen this movie when it came out in the theaters. They don't make em like this anymore. What a great movie and a ton of stars in this movie 🎥
and its older brother
The Longest Day
Shoot, they didn't make em like this before, either.
Best scene in the movie, imo.
RIP LEGEND
The BBC showed this years ago one Sunday afternoon and forgot to cut out the swear. I was only an innocent kid. Never been more shocked!
My dad's
Favourite film.
Swear? Surely not 'God - Damn' or was it 'Crapping around?' ...
between each other, yes. When people experience something traumatic (ie being yelled at constantly, being shot at, seeing death first hand, causing death first hand..) people tend to appreciate and bond with those around them. We are social creatures, by god...
peace and love
One of the best war films out there.
I remember as a kid they were going to show the movie Rollerball on tv, and all my friends were going to watch it. I dad wouldn't let me, said it was too violent and that was that. I wanted to see that movie more than anything in the world, I'm in my late fifties now and still not allowed. Oh the humanity.
One of the best scenes of the movie. Class
What a scene! I’ve watched it a hundred times. What a movie! Filled with so many stars. James Caan was a monster of an actor. Absolutely loved him! RIP
This is the best scene in the movie! True camaraderie.
Though I disagree with it being the best, it surely is up there with the best! ;-)
Never argue with a loaded 45 im still alive austin
When the movie was released, the critics thought that this scene was fictional and would never have happened.
Typical critics...don't know their ass from a hole in the ground
One of the best war movie scenes like ever
"badabing the doctor's brains all over your nice ivy league suit"
Nice college boy ah? Didn’t want to get involved in the family business
Great actor ! Underrated
That MP was probably super confused 🫤
Awesome scene👍
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10. Like that, sir?
Brilliant scene 👍👍👍👍👍
Great scene!
i love this movie
Best scene!!
I think this is the first time I heard someone say fuck. I must have been about 8 or 9 years old. Watching this film. This great great film. Made a lasting impression. Fucking hell. What a scene.
Great Scene Great Film R.I.P Great Actor
Esta escena junto con la anterior escapando de los alemanes en el jeep son de mis favoritas del cine. Descansa en paz James!!!🙏🏽🙏🏽
Best scene ever
excellent bit of acting
R.I.P. James Caan
Rip great actor
A soldier in WWII in an active combat zone, never would have needed to rack that slide to chamber a round.
@Vnachi8
or if he needed to, he would have known the chamber status and racked as part of the draw
True scene.
You're welcome. This is definately one of the classic war films of all time.
If you're interested in seperating the Hollywood from the history, I highly recommend Bando's website. He's probably the premier WWII 101st ABN historian around today. He's also got a pretty interesting write up on the "Band of Brothers" series (another classic). Personally, I like knowing where the movies take a little creative license from actual history-- and it in no way lessens my enjoyment of the films.
this was the most memorable part of the movie. Powerful stuff.
💮 R.I.P James Caan.
Great scene, IMO.
Never shall I leave a fallen comrade.
Epic
Roger that Airborne!
Arthur Hill is quite good here.
He absolutely would have...
We would still do it! if one of my troopers was badly wounded and he had a chance of living..yeah we would politely convince the DOC to look at him. If the doctor happened to be like this colonel..Well..Its just a risk we have to take now won't we?
Good for you!
TRUTH is Always more interesting than fiction.
Comparing my expirences as both a civilian and as a member of the armed forces, I can say because I have not seen such dedication between average people who have not been in the military or not expirenced such life altering expirences.
"...I guarantee it...."
Remember, James Caan is "The last guy in the world you wanna f... with."
"by the books"
Rip 🙏 james caan
Naww. If that happened in Iraq the Capt would have been on a plane and in Germany being operated in less time then to took the Sgt to drive him to the Hospital in the jeep
Possibly. But chances are that the 'Ordnance' that dropped him would have done a much more permanent job in the first place!
Farewell, James Caan
Alan Bourdillion Traherne, nicknamed "Mississippi"
1911 motivation !
'Would have killed me?'...
So much water under
Tower Bridge...
@dustyaries
Mine was Staff Sgt. Songy. As a PFC and Spec 4 I would have followed him into hell armed with a water pistol.
:>)
RIP
He would have, that is just funny question but good answer though.
Now That is American Rebellion
That MP by the way was Biggs in Star Wars a New Hope.
RIP James Caan
Alan Bourdillion Traherne, nicknamed "Mississippi"
この場面の軍医役の男優さん
ジェームス カーン以上に
渋いと思いました❗
somebody is screaming "hey youtube" at the end
and for good too.
@ImSaephan Yes, that was the name of the operation.
For it to have succeeded, everything would've had to go to plan 100%.
...It didn't.
Hey, Sarge said 'please' and everything.
Isn't this move about some kind of thing called Operation Market Garden that failed or something? If not then please correct me.
ImSaephan u right
When "BIG ED" DELINE tells you to do something you do it.
A big caliber man
True dedication...Somthing a civilian will never understand.
I disagree! SOME of us 'low-life civilians' actually WOULD got that 'extra mile' or their friends/family!' I know I will!....
I wonder why the officer wouldn't check to see he was really dead. Too many dead that day? The head wound looked fatal?
Probably a combination of the two. Don't forget - 'Medics' are human too!
I guess the answer was I don't know.
The sad thing is that the business world and healthcare have both become like this. You need to literally threaten someone to do their job, or it never gets done.
Finally, wouldn't he had really killed the Doctor or not?
I think he would, but chose not to tell since the surgeon did what he was told and saved the Captain.
Yes. Most certainly.
As a medic there are two things in Duhan (movie Dolan) favor. First there is no active triage area. Patients were called "expectant" if saving them took more assets that could have been used on higher survivability injuries! Second, there was no military police screening the area! There's a reason weapons aren't allowed in a hospital setting! You can put a company of infantry around a hospital, but none are allowed inside! As far as killing the Doctor, he promised the Capt. that he "wouldn't die" and he kept his promise. I have not served in combat but I have no doubt the NCO meant it!
3:43 3:58 4:06
This scene I dare say was ripped off from an episode of M*A*S*H from 1974 titled "A Full Rich Day"
More like MASH ripped off actual history.
Riviting scene.
Yes Jimmy Caan was brilliant but Arthur Hill was an underated actor.
What is this? A clip for ants!?
I still dont know if the captain survived
Stephan van den Berg as per the book the movie is based on...yes
He says hell live
Why does the medic say “son of a bitch” when he opens up the captains eye. I’m confused
Guessing it was because he saw some sort of light reflex of the pupil - still alive, worth saving, not a corpse nor fatally wounded