An all time great!

Rating: 10/10 (22 July 2005)

This is almost the cream of the top for every actor in this film. If you love grand old films, this one has to be at the top of your list. Sturges has done some of his best work here, handling a huge cast and a massive tale. The tension is always there and the widescreen images are just incredible. Mcqueen is at his minimal great here as The Cooler King. Almost leaving the production at one point until Sturges wrote the scene where he is asked to help the resistance (he had some insecurity issues with his acting). Garner, Coburn, Bronson and the rest all fill in the fantastic cast.
Ahead of it's time with the action sequences. A great soundtrack with Elmer Bernstien as well.
Not to be missed!