Disjointed and tedious * possible spoilers

Rating: Null/10 (4 October 2003)

Basically, this is a poor film. A number of plot lines make you think they will take you somewhere and then leave you flat. Did Hart spill the beans to the nazi torturers? Was he the cause of some terrible German attack upon his own forces? At one point we are led to believe he did give in and pass on information. Is this explored further with Hart racked with guilt for his actions? NO! Its as if he remembers having done this, looks perturbed for all of 5 seconds, then thinks so what! Why is the Commandant so kind to Hart? Is he looking for a substitute for his dead son? Is he gay? We shall never know because there is no explanation or exploration of the relationship. The impression I got was that there may have been more to this film, but that it was badly edited to cut down on its running time, leaving holes in the plot. I found it a thoroughly frustrating experience and would not recommend this to anyone. A pity. I was generally a Willis fan until I saw Unbreakable followed by this. Both, as far as I am concerned are disappointing.