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King Rat Reviews

1965 Certificate PG
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Inside a Japanese POW camp during World War II, an American prisoner runs a black market operation for the benefit of his fellow captives, and among his "merchandise" he includes rats, breeded to supplement prisoners' food rations. Read more

Starring George Segal, Tom Courtenay, James Fox, Patrick O'Neal
Director Bryan Forbes
Genres Action/Adventure, Drama

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    • Rated - 5.0 stars  

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      Superb.....

      Saw this again recently after a few years and forgot just how good it is.

      Excellent, thought provoking movie with a great central theme. Superb ... read more »

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    • Rated - 5.0 stars  

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      A very good film

      i just watched this film by chance and it was better than expected. Don't be fooled by the title that make it sound a little cheap. This is about a bunch of... read more »

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    • Rated - 0.0 stars  

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      Oh dear

      I cannot understand the sycophantic reviews this film has had, for if like me, you get annoyed by those Hollywood films that portray Americans as cool and ... read more »

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    • 806950
    • Rated - 4.0 stars  

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      Superb

      Thought-provoking film. Not quite the same as the book but pretty good portrayal.

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    • Rated - 4.0 stars  

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      Gripping

      This film was surprisingly good and gripping so all credit to Bryan Forbes for his direction. Nobody stole the film - it was a good ensemble piece. George ... read more »

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    • Rated - 1.0 star  

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      So, so

      Husband wasn't overly impressed with this one, said it went on too long.

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    • 666746
    • Rated - 4.0 stars  

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      A stark and powerful movie

      First off: if you enjoyed the book you will find this picture a worthy adaptation - a rarity in the world of cinema. Secondly: I found the opening sequence of ... read more »

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    • Rated - 5.0 stars  

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      Absolutely brilliant

      Really enjoyed this film.

      Wonderful music (think Ipcress Files), great acting and inspiring story.

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    • Rated - 4.0 stars  

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      Powerful and absorbing

      I could have sworn this was in colour the first time I saw it forty years ago! Terrific ensemble playing from a team of Britain's finest plus George Segal. ... read more »

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    • Rated - 5.0 stars  

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      Classic

      Great Character Actors

      James Clavell's book well filmed

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    • Rated - 5.0 stars  

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      Classic

      Great Character Actors

      James Clavell's book well filmed

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