Fish Came Out — The Day The
The story kicks off when a NATO plane carrying two nuclear bombs and a mysterious "ultimate weapon" accidentally crashes near a remote Greek island. To avoid a global panic, the two pilots (played by Tom Courtenay and Colin Blakely) are sent back to the island disguised as tourists—though their "disguises" consist mostly of wandering around in their underpants.
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The Day the Fish Came Out: A Satirical Masterpiece Revisited The story kicks off when a NATO plane
The title itself is a dark omen. As the town's celebrations get weirder and the search for the payload more desperate, the film navigates the boundary between high comedy and somber drama. It serves as a stark reminder that when we ignore the "poison" in our midst for the sake of a party, nature—and the fish—will eventually have the last word. Check out more at Lazarus Lair or listen
The film is famous for its futuristic, avant-garde costumes designed by Cacoyannis himself. It's a visual explosion of 60s color and weirdness that you truly have to see to believe.
It features a young Candice Bergen and great character work from Sam Wanamaker and Ian Ogilvy. The Ending (No Spoilers, But...)
The score by Mikis Theodorakis is a standout, blending experimental, psychedelic rock that perfectly matches the film's frantic energy.