The Great Escape [DVD]

For those looking for a war movie that doesn't quite take the perspective of soldiers on the battlefront, here is a movie just for you. Instead of being war machines with guns a'blazing full of fantastical effects and super stunts, here is a less glamorous looking approach to war. Without ruining the movie, the film features men as prisoners of war, seeking freedom and their lives back. You witness the fruits of their teamwork and brainpower. As ordinary men utilizing their resources to the fullest, they display a courage that is rare amongst men not just today but in any day. I was pleased to see what type of tactics they used, and how each plan played out to the very end. The fact that this film is based on a real event makes it all the more appealing. Director Sturges did a wonderful job capturing the humanity in each soldier and portraying each of their individual characteristics. If you're not looking for your mundane guns, explosives, and fat bombs blowing up every five minutes of the movie, here's your ticket. It is a Must See movie for those war/POW movie fans who just are tired of all the hype and jazz in war movies today.

Great movie with a great cast. A MUST see, again and again!

Have been watching this film since the 60s. So pleased to now have it on dvd.

One of those forgotten movies from a time when big movies were actually shot and acted on location. This movie is referenced in "Once upon a time in Hollywood".

Great movie. Got the package on time and undamaged. Not a problem except for the movie being wide screen so we are still enjoying it. Thank you.

McQueen does it again. Another outstanding performance. An ensemble cast and performances. A must see.

Was a gift to my brother. He loves this movie. All went well in the mailing.

Great job- arrived on time and in great condition.

Great war movie that I can watch several times a year.

this a true story. and a great story at that. back when Hollywood was patriotic.