Review of The Train (1964) by Derrick D — 22 Jun 2012
Considered the last great black-and-white action film, John Frankenheimer's "The Train" is a compelling WWII yarn with richly drawn characters on both sides. Burt Lancaster is commanding as ever in a physically demanding role that had him perform all of his own stunts.
The action is superbly staged, smartly shot and edited - as Frankenheimer's films always were - in an unfussy style that serves character first. Where a lesser film may have overstayed its welcome by the 140th minute, "The Train" closes out on its strongest note; a brilliantly directed confrontation between hero and villain that illustrates the fruitlessness of obsession.
This review of The Train (1964) was written by Derrick D on 22 Jun 2012.
The Train has generally received very positive reviews.
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