The Weatherman Who Saved D Day: A Lesson in Leadership The film "Pressure" brings a pivotal moment in history to life, one that has been overshadowed by the larger events surrounding it – the 72 hour period before D Day when Scottish meteorologist Group Capt.
James Stagg advised against the invasion due to catastrophic weather conditions. The tension is palpable as we watch Eisenhower and his team grapple with the decision.
Eisenhower's reputation as a stalwart leader has been well documented, but "Pressure" humanizes him in a way that few films have.