Review of Paths of Glory (1957) by Kostas P — 16 Feb 2013

Although obviously not your average anti-war film, I fail to see why it is still concidered a masterpiece...

This review of Paths of Glory (1957) was written by Kostas P on 16 Feb 2013.

Paths of Glory has generally received very positive reviews.

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