Implausible and a little slow in places, but essentially a well made and exciting film

Rating: 8/10 (5 February 2010)

"Where Eagles Dare" is an example of a film that is not only well made, but is hilarious and exciting at the same time. My only problems were that there are so many double-and-triple crosses that sometimes the film is a tad implausible, and the second half I found a little slow. Other than that this is a terrific film, full to the brim with body counts, James Bond-style fights and big bangs, which all add to the film's excitement. The cinematography is stunning, the script is sly and the music score is rousing. Not to mention the performances; Richard Burton and Clint Eastwood both do a great job, but it is the supporting performances from the likes of Donald Houston, Anton Diffring and Michael Hordern that really impress. Overall, has its minor problems, but essentially a very good film. 8/10 Bethany Cox