Indiana Jones of the 60's

Rating: 9/10 (9 June 2008)

This movie reminded me a lot of Indiana Jones. They both are set in the same country and around the same time period. And they both have over-the-top chases, shooting, fighting and overall action.
However, as over-the-top as this movie may be, I liked it.
The plot is very complicated. But in a nutshell: An American general is shot down over Germany and captured. A group of specialists are sent in to retrieve him.
The acting was excellent. Richard Burton gave an award-winning performance as Major Jonathan Smith, the leader of the rescue drop. Clint Eastwood did a fine job portraying Lt. Morris Schaffer, the mysterious American who went along for the drop and does a good job of showing the Germans who is boss. Mary Urie nicely portrayed Mary Elison, Smith's tag-along friend who plays a big part in their mission.
The fight scenes were a little odd but overall excellent. I enjoyed each one.
This is a movie for fans of Indiana Jones I think, but see for yourself, then decide.
9/10