BRILLIANT ANTI-WAR Classic BY KUBRICK!

Rating: 9/10 (14 October 2004)

Stanley Kubrick made some fascinating films in his day and this is certainly one of them. Kirk Douglas is perfectly cast as the proud and fair Colonel Dax who does his best to curb the corruption, but to no avail. Adolphe Menjou and George Macready are also right on the money as higher-ups with barely a smidgeon of humanity left in their rotting souls. Of the enlisted men, Ralph Meeker is a standout as Paris - simply superb. Timothy Carey is always a joy to see. Joseph Turkel, Richard Anderson and the rest - job well-done.
One of the best of that year. Tense and an incredible final scene that is NOT just tacked on. Recommended for all!