by Hal Erickson
synopsis
Not to be confused with the Hong Kong-filmed gangster thriller of the same name, the Philippine-produced True Colors is set during World War II. Noni Hazelhurst stars as a Frenchwoman who is appalled by the Nazi takeover of her village. Running up against indifference and collaboration, Noni struggles to rally her neighbors against the invaders. In lieu of a huge budget, director Pina Amenta concentrates on the personal impact of the war, and succeeds admirably. At 160 minutes, however, True Colors could use just a little snip here or there.
characteristics
- Patriot
- Courage
- Bravery
- Resistance
- Raid
- Pillage
- Plunder
- Nazism
- Going Straight
- Invader
- Invasion
- Struggle
