“A Man Called Sarge” is a comedic war movie released in 1990 that entertains with silliness and amusement. The film, set during World War II, showcases the hilarious exploits of Sgt. Duke Roscoe and his band of misfits in the French Foreign Legion. Directed by Stuart Gillard, the film features performances by actors like Gary Kroeger, Gretchen German, and Marc Singer amongst others.
Where it Filmed?
The entire movie was shot on location in Israel, providing a unique backdrop to this war comedy. The filming process commenced on February 28, 1989. The country’s rich history and varied landscapes played an integral part in creating the film’s vivid and entertaining scenes.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Gary Kroeger | Sarge |
| Gretchen German | Sadie |
| Marc Singer | Von Kraut |
| Jennifer Runyon | Fifi LaRue |
| Andy Greenhalgh | Browning |
| Michael Mears | Cheval |
| Bobby Di Cicco | Anzalone |
| Howard Busgang | Steinmetz |
| Travis McKenna | Billy Bob |
| Chris England | Fergus |
| Peter Dennis | Montgomery |
| Yehuda Efroni | Father Bruce |
| Aviva Marks | Sister Roxanne |
| Lior Hashin | Stewardess |
| Josef Bee | Von Kraut’s Aide |
| Tomer Yoseph | Arab Boy |
| Alexander Peleg | Gestapo Agent |
| Amikam Levi | Bartender |
| Yuval Vill | Bellhop |
| Gabi Shoshan | Murray |
| the Pumpman | |
| Don LaFontaine | Narrator (voice) |
Trivia and Facts
- The character Bearpaw is seen carrying an M14 rifle in the film, which is a historical inaccuracy as the gun was not developed until 1959, years after World War II had ended.
- The movie features a comical spoof of the classic 1942 film “Casablanca”.
- One memorable quote from the movie is by Von Kraut, who, after shooting down a schoolhouse door, politely asks, “May I come in?”
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Israel
- Latitude: 31.046051
- Longitude: 34.851612
- Place ID: ChIJi8mnMiRJABURuiw1EyBCa2o
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Israel
- Timezone: Asia/Jerusalem
