Capt. Frank Ramsey (Gene Hackman) is the commander of the USS Alabama, which prepares to launch nuclear missiles in a preemptive strike against Russia. haste. But as the country reaches the brink of war, Lt. Commander Ron Hunter (Denzel Washington) feels he has to stop him.
Lt. Commander Ron Hunter (Denzel Washington) leads a mutiny aboard a United States nuclear vessel when he believes the captain is going to launch nuclear missiles in haste. In "Crimson Tide," this leads to a wild confrontation as the country reaches the brink of war.
The 1995 naval thriller starring Gene Hackman and Denzel Washington was a wild ride all the way until the end. One of the year's best - with some marvelous acting to boot.
Capt. Ramsey: Mr. COB! Chief of the Boat: Yes, sir? Capt. Ramsey: You're aware of the name of this ship, aren't you Mr. COB? Chief of the Boat: Very aware, sir! Capt. Ramsey: It bears a proud name, doesn't it, Mr. COB? Chief of the Boat: Very proud, sir! Capt. Ramsey: It represents fine people. Chief of the Boat: Very fine people, sir! Capt. Ramsey: Who live in a fine, outstanding state. Chief of the Boat: Outstanding, sir! Capt. Ramsey: In the greatest country in the entire world. Chief of the Boat: In the entire world, sir! Capt. Ramsey: And what is that name, Mr. COB? Chief of the Boat: Alabama, sir! Capt. Ramsey: And what do we say? Capt. Ramsey, Chief of the Boat: Go 'Bama! Everyone: Roll Tide!
