George C Scott as General Georges Patton in film scene
Mar. 12, 1969 - Film of the Life of General Georges Patton: Patton - the film of the life of General Patton, one of the world's most famous generals - is being made in Balsain - Segovia (Spain). The role of General Patton is being played by American actor, George C Scott. Produced by Frank McCarthy, directed by Franklin J. Schaffner, and with General Omar N. Bradley as military adviser, the film promises to be one of the most fascinating ever done on the Second World War. So far exteriors have been shot in Almeria and Pamplona (Spain), Knutsford (England), Morocco and Crete, and the public will be able to see some of the most famous battles, like that of the Ardennes, and the invasion of Sicily and France. Photo shows Actor George C Scott in his role as General Patton addressing troops in a scene from the film, which is being made in Balsain (Spain)
