Review of The Sand Pebbles (1966) by Dave J — 03 Aug 2010
Another film from the nostalgia vaults. The Sand Pebbles is a long film, but the story is compelling and well done, and has some very fine acting turns for tough guy Steve McQueen, Richard Crenna, and Richard Attenborough. It's realistic in its depiction of the strange gunboat conflicts that have erupted in China from time to time. The scenery is also a great backdrop to an era that most people know little about. It had some very brutal scenes for a film of this era, and the dramatic tension ebbs and flows with precision despite the long running time. The era comes to life so well, you really feel as if you're stuck on the river with the crew.
Recommended.
This review of The Sand Pebbles (1966) was written by Dave J on 03 Aug 2010.
The Sand Pebbles has generally received very positive reviews.
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