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The Colditz Story [DVD] [1954]

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Actors: John Mills, Eric Portman, Lionel Jeffries, Bryan Forbes, Ian Carmichael
Directors: Guy Hamilton
Format: Anamorphic, PAL
Language English
Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Number of discs: 1
Classification: U
Studio: Optimum Home Entertainment
DVD Release Date: 29 Jan 2007
Run Time: 93 minutes

Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

ASIN: B000KRMZJ2
Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 9,681 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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During the Second World War the Germans put many of the Allied prisoners-of-war (POWs) who had proved consistent escapees together in a maximum security fortress, the very name of which became a legend. Based on the book by Colditz escapee Major Pat Reid, The Colditz Story (1957) documents the further, sometimes successful, escape attempts of these extraordinarily brave, resourceful and indomitable men. Starring John Mills, Eric Portman, Bryan Forbes and Anton Diffring, and co-written and directed by Guy Hamilton, who later made The Battle of Britain (1969), this is a sober, even-handed account, that is gripping and informative, yet not without humour. Sterling performances from the cast of stalwart actors adds up to a British cinema classic. Such is the fascination of Colditz that in 1972-3 the BBC made a very successful drama series staring Jack Hedley, Bernard Hempton, Robert Wagner and David McCallum, while in 2000 Channel 4 offered a superb three-part documentary, Escape from Colditz. In contrast to the semi-documentary feel of The Colditz Story David Lean's classic The Bridge on the River Kwai, from the same year, is an epic and powerful account of POW life in barbaric Japanese prison camps. --Gary S. Dalkin

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A true account of the experiences of the World War II prisoners of war who had the misfortune to be imprisoned in Germany's ultimate fortress - Colditz Castle. A daring escape saga.

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4.0 out of 5 stars British pluck, resourcefulness and courage, exemplified by John Mills, 12 Jun 2007

By	C. O. DeRiemer (San Antonio, Texas, USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)

The Colditz Story was one of a number of movies the British made during the Fifties which relived the victories and bravery of their armed services during WWII. Often these movies starred John Mills. The Colditz Story is based on fact. Colditz Castle in Germany was used to imprison the most incorrigible prisoners-of-war, those who persistently made escape attempts. British, French, Polish and Dutch officers were sent there. Unfortunately for the Germans, they wound up trying to keep inside men dedicated to escaping, and who had skills they now could share. The result was that more prisoners of war escaped from Colditz than from any other prisoner of war camp in either the First or Second World Wars.

The movie is based on the memoirs of Pat Reid (John Mills), who served as an escape officer at Colditz and then was one of the first to break out and make it back to England. While the movie is a bit dated, it also is a dramatic and efficient telling of escape attempts, ruses played against the German captors and, of course, of the unfailing courage and good spirits of the British officers. Take the film for what it is, a demonstration for British audiences of the pluck and courage of their military during a horrendously threatening war which they won, and you won't be disappointed.

If you're fond of old British movies, you'll recognize, among others, Eric Portman, Lionel Jeffries, Bryan Forbes and Ian Carmichael. The DVD I saw has a picture and audio in very good shape considering the age of the movie.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Add this one to your "POW escape stories" collection., 26 May 2000

By	brucek@tpg.com.au (Canberra, Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Colditz Story [VHS] [1954] (VHS Tape)

A gripping yarn that provides a smjorgasbord of Colditz escape stories. The events portrayed are generally accurate, the acting is first-class (well, just look at the cast!) and the viewer is left with a feeling of "Well done, chaps! That's one on the nose for Jerry!"

Although I had seen this movie when it was a theatre release, this was purchased after I watched the recent TV "mini-series" on Colditz done by the BBC. The film is as enjoyable now as it was all those many years ago.

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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best!!, 28 Sep 2005

By	Mr. T. Evans "Tombo The Great" (Worthing, near brighton, in the UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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An excellent movie, one of the best war captivity movies ever made if not the best. Simple as that!!

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3.0 out of 5 stars Escapist entertainment
I saw this when I was about 10, and thoroughly enjoyed it. Seeing it again last night, I now realise that 10 is about the right age for the audience. Read more

Published 3 months ago by Bill

4.0 out of 5 stars Really good movie
A classic. Great acting, good film. Just not a "5 star" like "Lawrence of Arabia" or "Bridge Over the River Kwai" but well worth the purchase.

Published 8 months ago by B. Bakker

5.0 out of 5 stars Another great black and white film.
If a film stars John Mills then we know it will be good!

Published on 11 Jun 2007 by "Smith" Reader

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