A man's pride almost outweighs his judgement!

Rating: 10/10 (30 March 2004)

The Bridge on the River Kwai is one of my all time favorite war movies. Sir Alec Guinness (Obi Wan Kenobi) gets caught up in proving to the Japanese captors, that English soldiers are superior to Japanese soldiers in every way.
He shows resolve and determination, and earns the right to take over the building of the bridge, then forgets that the very purpose of the bridge is for Japan's use in their war efforts against Allied troops.
In the end, he realizes that his pride in a job well done almost assists the enemy in reaching their objective.
Most scenes are shot in a prisoner of war camp, with British soldiers showing their spirit under duress. The side story has a bit more color and action, as an American escapee becomes the reluctant hero, as he unwilling leads a demolition team to the bridge.