Review of The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) by Elliott F — 20 Nov 2010
David Lean's epic The Bridge on the River Kwai achieves something that is almost impossible: he has constructed a fable that, while epic in scope, always puts its characters first. Lean also tackles some very heavy themes, such as race relationships, humanity in the face of war, murder, and the duty that man has to his country.
Harvesting outstanding performances from Alec Guinness (who won an Oscar for this role), William Holden, Jack Hawkins, and Sessue Hayakawa, Lean's final product is a subtly acted portrait of both the madness of war and man's hubris.
This review of The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) was written by Elliott F on 20 Nov 2010.
The Bridge on the River Kwai has generally received very positive reviews.
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