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    Three strands are loosely interwoven into a would-be modern epic; the result is well mounted and generally absorbing but uneven and decidedly overlong.

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    • 05 Dec 2007 at 00:30

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    Brando the German!?

    This film basically encapsulates the entire World War II experience into one film. Brando plays a German officer who completely loyal to the Nazi regime and ... read more »

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    • Irfan Lamba
    • England, London
    • 02 Dec 2004 at 09:56

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    Great performances but is it worth the ride?

    Marlon Brando confirms his status as a great actor. Montgomery Clift shows us that despite the fact that visually he looks like life is a struggle he can still ... read more »

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    My memory told me this was something of a classic but on re viewing was greatly disappointed.Maybe it is me but I didn't even find the acting very ... read more »

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    Brando does it again

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    Marlon Brando's portrayal of a sympathetic nazi caused controversy at the time, but it leaves a lasting impression - better than a lazy caricature of a two ... read more »

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    • MissCarter
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    • 27 Sep 2008 at 12:09

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    Black and white films always have an extra dimension I think. Although this film is obviously dated Marlon Brando gave a good performance as did Montgomery ... read more »

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    • 26 Aug 2008 at 15:17

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    Awful!

    I can't believe what some other reviewers have written!Don't be tempted by the impressive cast - this is a real turkey.Not even the locations are ... read more »

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    • 22 May 2008 at 21:25

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    What more could you ask?

    Possibly the greatest war film I've ever seen. Was there ever a film that showed the true horror of war with so few combat scenes?
    
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    • NorthernTony
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    • 01 Aug 2005 at 20:21

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    Brando the German!?

    This film basically encapsulates the entire World War II experience into one film. Brando plays a German officer who completely loyal to the Nazi regime and ... read more »

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    • Irfan Lamba
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