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To Be or Not to Be 1942

During World War II, a pair of theatrical actors, Frederick and Anna Bronski, use their Warsaw theater to shelter Jewish refugees and support the Polish resistance. Employing their comedic talents and improvisational skills, they devise humorous and risky plans to deceive the occupying Nazi forces. Meanwhile, a British pilot mistakenly believes them to be spies, leading to further complications and misunderstandings.

During World War II, a pair of theatrical actors, Frederick and Anna Bronski, use their Warsaw theater to shelter Jewish refugees and support the Polish resistance. Employing their comedic talents and improvisational skills, they devise humorous and risky plans to deceive the occupying Nazi forces. Meanwhile, a British pilot mistakenly believes them to be spies, leading to further complications and misunderstandings.

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The 56th Academy Awards 1984

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Actor in a Supporting Role

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1937

Fleetwood 75

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1941

'Art Deco'

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