A great movie with a tragic ending

Rating: 9/10 (11 August 2006)

I have to be honest the great escape is my favourite movie. It has a good plot but with a tragic ending and despite what people say is based upon a true story. What makes The Great Escape such a good film is humour of the men as they try to escape and the constant belief that they would eventually be free. This movie is a prime example of the undying spirit of human beings, even when facing the worst. Although some of the acting can be a little bit ropey and whenever I hear the theme tune I can't help but be reminded of it being chanted on the terraces of stadiums, I would say that the great escape is well worth watching. Steve McQueen gives a classic performance as Hilts which sometimes overshadows the performances of the other actors. Charles Bronsen and Donald Pleasence give a touching insight of the problems that they face while trying to escape and the death of Donald Pleasence's character brings a tear to the eye.