Great suspense.

Rating: 9/10 (8 February 2008)

After watching many Billy Wilder films, I expect him to excel in nearly every genre, except war films. Stalag 17 puts my doubts to rest. This is a great film, and one of the best war films ever made. Wiliam Holden is great fun to watch as the cynical, sarcastic, and clever Sgt. Sefton trying to find out who the mole in the barracks is after being accused of the title. Wilder pulls a genius move in never revealing if Sefton isn't the spy after all. He simply shows Sefton trying to blame someone else, and all we can do is sit and wonder if he really is a Nazi spy or someone else is. It all comes crashing down in the climax, and you will not be disappointed. The acting, directing, and of course writing are all terrific in this one-of-a-kind thriller that plays very well and very entertaining. This is one not to be missed.