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Chairman of the Board, Joseph Bruce Ismay (Ian Holme) and
Chief Designer Henry Harris (Ed Bishop) complete the official
party.
Leading figures of society including millionaire John Jacob
Astor (David Janssen) occupy luxurious suites while down below
in steerage penniless Irish immigrants are confined to overcrowded
dormitories.
The Captain and Chairman are determined to break the record
for crossing the Atlantic despite frequent ice warnings.
Titanic hits an iceberg with a glancing blow that slices
through a large part of the hull. Used for the first time
in history, a 'Morse Code' signal is sent from the stricken
vessel, SOS (Save Our Souls).
SOS Titanic is billed as a docudrama.
It is unsatisfying in both departments. It isn't detailed
enough to be a good documentary, or giving enough time for
character development as in a good drama.
It should be a first rate production, the entire cast is
excellent.
Familiar faces include Cloris Leachman ('Unsinkable' Molly
Brown), David Warner (Laurence Beasley), Susan Saint James
(Leigh Goodwin) and Helen Mirren (Stewardess Mary Sloan).
Camerawork and special effects are very good considering
its age and a 'Made for Television' budget.
Negatives aside it is an exciting film and worthwhile as
a diversion from the Soaps.
Conclusion: Movie 80% Extras 0%
Continued: DVD
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