“The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp” at the Redford Theater

This sprawling Technicolor satire from directors Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger finds a British military officer learning about love and friendship both on and off the battlefield. At nearly 3 hours, “Colonel Blimp” has been described it as “England’s greatest film ever.” It is renowned for its sophistication and directorial brilliance as well as for its script, the performances of its large cast and for its pioneering Technicolor cinematography. Among its distinguished company of actors, particular praise has been reserved for Roger Livesey, Deborah Kerr and Anton Walbrook.