Review of Lonely are the Brave (1962) by John B — 11 Sep 2007

Kirk Douglas rightly claims this to be the best film of his career.

This review of Lonely are the Brave (1962) was written by John B on 11 Sep 2007.

Lonely are the Brave has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Stella D (433) on 12 Jun 2008

Issur Demsky best performance. Gena Rowlands is so beautiful too ! O'Connor, Matthau and Kennedy are just perfect. Piece of art…

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