Review of The Great Escape (1963) by Shane S — 13 Feb 2011

Steve McQueen, Charles Bronson, James Garner.. stellar cast and amazing movie. Steve McQueen outruns Nazis, what else do you need?

This review of The Great Escape (1963) was written by Shane S on 13 Feb 2011.

The Great Escape has generally received very positive reviews.

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