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New Film 'Fortitude' Explores British Intelligence Deception

9/23/2025

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Story summary

Fortitude production began on September 8 in London, directed by Simon West.
The cast includes Matthew Goode, Ed Skrein, Jordi Mollà, Alice Eve, Michael Sheen, Nicolas Cage.
The film centers on British Intelligence's deception, focusing on Dudley Clarke and Thomas Argyll "Tar" Robertson.
Joshua Levine, consultant for Dunkirk, ensures authenticity; Simon Afram wrote screenplay and co-produces with Georgette Turner.

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Story summary

Fortitude production began on September 8 in London, directed by Simon West.
The cast includes Matthew Goode, Ed Skrein, Jordi Mollà, Alice Eve, Michael Sheen, Nicolas Cage.
The film centers on British Intelligence's deception, focusing on Dudley Clarke and Thomas Argyll "Tar" Robertson.
Joshua Levine, consultant for Dunkirk, ensures authenticity; Simon Afram wrote screenplay and co-produces with Georgette Turner.