Review of Ashes and Diamonds (1958) by Miles S — 04 Sep 2007

Essentially and political polish noir starring the "Polish James Dean" Zbigniew Cybulski.

This review of Ashes and Diamonds (1958) was written by Miles S on 04 Sep 2007.

Ashes and Diamonds has generally received very positive reviews.

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Everytime i've heard of this film its been called a war film and that couldn't be further from the truth…

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By Ryan M (2,675) on 06 Mar 2009

Très beau film désenchanté, voire déséspéré, servi par un univers graphique magnifique qui restitue parfaitement une athmosphère pesante…

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