Review of The Guns of Navarone (1961) by Luke T — 28 Feb 2007

Ties with "Lawrence of Arabia" as best war movie of all time.

This review of The Guns of Navarone (1961) was written by Luke T on 28 Feb 2007.

The Guns of Navarone has generally received very positive reviews.

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