Movie "Operation Mad Ball" (1957)

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    " It’s Operation Laughter For You! and anything goes!"
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    Runtime 1 hr 45 min
    Premiere: World January 1, 1957
    Premiere: USA August 17, 1957
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    The Mad Ball United States

    Description

    In post-WWII France, U.S. Army hospital Private Hogan and Captain Lock try to outwit each other on issues such as wooing pretty nurses, accounting for missing medical supplies, organizing unauthorized dances, and influencing their C.O.

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    Book Behind the Film "Operation Mad Ball"

    About the Book

    The film "Operation Mad Ball" is based on a book written by Arthur Carter. The book is a comedic take on military life, focusing on the antics and challenges faced by soldiers during their service. It provides a humorous yet insightful look into the dynamics of military operations and the personalities involved.

    Author: Arthur Carter

    Arthur Carter was an author known for his ability to blend humor with the realities of military life. His works often reflect his own experiences and observations, providing readers with a unique perspective on the armed forces.

    Film Adaptation

    The film adaptation of "Operation Mad Ball" stays true to the spirit of the book, capturing the comedic essence and the lively characters that Arthur Carter created. While certain elements may have been adjusted for cinematic purposes, the core themes and humor remain intact, making it a faithful representation of the original work.

    Plot

    Following World War II in 1945, at a U.S. Army hospital unit in France, Pvt. Hogan does not believe that a blue-stocking can ever be good-looking. Catching first sight of new arrival nurse Lt. Betty Bixby convinces him otherwise. He picks up her dropped cigarette lighter after putting aside his M-1 rifle. He is seen by security officer Capt. Paul Locke, who admonishes him for doing so while Hogan is standing night guard duty. Locke confines him to quarters preliminary to a court martial. The colonel in charge of the hospital, however, would prefer to keep everything "in the family" and avoid a court martial. He knows it would be bad for camp morale and discipline, their unit being close to being sent back to the U.S. for discharge from the service.

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