Review of The Guns of Navarone (1961) by James F — 13 Feb 2008

It was alright. Not the best war movie ever, but it was alright.

This review of The Guns of Navarone (1961) was written by James F on 13 Feb 2008.

The Guns of Navarone has generally received very positive reviews.

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