WAKE ME WHEN THE WAR IS OVER

Cinemavixion Review

Gene Nelson's "Wake Me When the War Is Over" is a curious cinematic artifact from 1969, offering a blend of wartime drama and romantic comedy. The film centers on Marlene, a German noblewoman portrayed with understated charm, who harbors an American pilot, Lieutenant Roger Carrington, after his plane crashes. The narrative cleverly explores the tension and burgeoning affection between the two as Marlene postpones revealing the war's end, fearing Carrington's departure. While the external data suggests a slightly longer period of deception (nearly five years versus an unspecified time in the local data), the core premise remains intact. Starring the elegant Eva Gabor and the capable Ken Berry, with Werner Klemperer adding his distinctive presence, the film navigates the delicate balance between potential danger and developing romance. Though its IMDb rating of 5.3 suggests a mixed reception, the unique premise and the performances of its lead actors make "Wake Me When the War Is Over" a potentially engaging watch for those interested in unconventional wartime narratives.