African Queen, The (1951), PG, Runtime: 1 hr 45 min
Title: The African Queen Runtime: 105 minutes Age Rating: PG Studio: Argyle Enterprises Franchise: None Franchise Position #: N/A Tagline: “Two people, two canoes, and a jungle of adventure!” Trailer link Cast list Ratings My rating: 7.5/10 The Dove Foundation : 4/5 IMDb : 7.9/10 Rotten Tomatoes : 98% Metacritic : 86 Plot Summary Set during World War I in German East Africa, "The African Queen" follows a hard-drinking riverboat captain, Charlie Allnut (Humphrey Bogart), and a prim missionary, Rose Sayer (Katharine Hepburn). The unlikely pair join forces to navigate a hazardous river journey, aiming to attack a German warship. Their adventure is filled with challenges, growing respect, and a blossoming romance amidst the untamed wilderness. Critics Review “The African Queen” is widely praised for its blend of adventure, romance, and drama, with standout performances by Bogart and Hepburn. Critics laud the film’s direction by John Huston and its authentic location shooti...