Review of The Guns of Navarone (1961) by Bill M — 19 Nov 2010

One of the best WWII action-adventures, with an all-star cast headed by Gregory Peck, Anthony Quinn, and David Niven. A very cool film!

This review of The Guns of Navarone (1961) was written by Bill M on 19 Nov 2010.

The Guns of Navarone has generally received very positive reviews.

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Exceptional Effects for a movie from the 60's, the Guns of Navarone leads great acting by David Niven, Gregory Peck, and anthony Quinn, with…

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By Marco P (327) on 06 Jun 2011

Great movie. And it was the 1961! It looks like a XXI century's movie actually. Great war movie for many other reasons, check it out…

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