Bridge Too Far, A (1977) [Blu-ray]
Action | Drama | History | War

Painstakingly re-created on actual World War II battlefield locations and boasting a remarkable cast that includes Sean Connery, Anthony Hopkins, Robert Redford and Laurence Olivier, A Bridge To Far accurately recaptures the monumental scope, excitement and danger behind Operation Market Garden- one of the biggest military gambles in history.

User Comment: arnold2ice from Victoria, Canada, 4 July 2004 • I'm not a fan of hyperbole but this may be one of the greatest war movies ever made. It works on a number of levels. While being historically accurate it shows individual and group heroism without glorifying war. The players, German and Allied, are presented as human beings caught up in something bigger than themselves. No attempt is made at "jingoism" or gratuitous flag waving. It seemed to me to be refreshing free of moralistic or political statements. It simply let what happened speak for itself. For a history buff like myself it spoke volumes.

The movie is flawless. As mentioned above, it is surprisingly accurate. As one would expect from the cast, acting is first rate. Not a single scene is wasted.

This is a "must see" movie for anyone who appreciates movie making.

Summary: A great war (and anti-war) movie.

[CSW] -4- The user comment above says it all - a great movie.

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