Review of The Great Escape (1963) by Emily T — 15 Feb 2009

Very good movie!! I liked it ever since I was 8 years old and saw it for the 1st time.

This review of The Great Escape (1963) was written by Emily T on 15 Feb 2009.

The Great Escape has generally received very positive reviews.

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