SAC never looked so good.

Rating: Null/10 (25 January 2002)

As the son of a cold-war era B-52 pilot (who thinks burnt JP-4 smells good) this movie holds a special place in my heart. Interestingly, the men of dad's squadron were ordered by the base commander to go see it! It was an instant favorite of those Strategic Air Command warriors. Despite director Kubrick's black-comedy approach, the dedication and professionalism of these men can't help but come through.
While Sellers undeniably shows the most versatility (and sheer acting genius) of this great cast, it's hard not to fall for Sterling Hayden as the whacked Base Commander. His cigar-chomping soliloquies on flouridated water and the Red Menace are priceless. This movie is a must-see.