Review of Paths of Glory (1957) by Benjamin W — 08 Sep 2011

A beautifully shot film about the horrid bureaucratic "principles" that have come to define modern day war.

This review of Paths of Glory (1957) was written by Benjamin W on 08 Sep 2011.

Paths of Glory has generally received very positive reviews.

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