On the Beach Movie Review 1959

A group of survivors attempt to live normal lives in post-apocalyptic Australia, waiting for the inevitable arrival of killer radiation. Astaire is strong in his first dramatic role. Though scientifically implausible, still a good anti-war vehicle. Based on the best-selling novel by Nevil Shute.

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Available on VHS, DVD
Running time 135 minutes.

Cast and Crew

Genres

Meltdown, Post-Apocalypse, Survival, Down Under

Screenplay

John Paxton

Cast

Gregory Peck, Anthony Perkins, Donna Anderson, Ava Gardner, Fred Astaire

Cinematography

Daniel F. Fapp

Director

Stanley Kramer

Music

Ernest Gold

Producer

Stanley Kramer

Awards

Golden Globes 1960: Score.