Patton is a 1970 film directed by Franklin J. Schaffner about United States General George S. Patton, Jr. The film won several Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor (George C. Scott).
References
- "The Grouch Anthem" in Follow That Bird shows Oscar the Grouch set in front of a giant American flag, mimicking the famed Patton image.
- In his book One Frog Can Make a Difference, Kermit talks about his uncle, General Douglas A. McAmphibian, who is pictured in a pose similar to the famed Patton image.
- An image of Patton standing in front of the American flag has often been referenced in pop culture. Rizzo the Rat spoofed the title role in the Muppet Movie Parodies 1999 Calendar.
Connections
- George C. Scott played Patton
- David Healy played an army clergyman