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Unlike other war films of the era (e.g., The Longest Day ), it was criticized upon release for its "exhausting" length and focus on a colossal military failure.

It is based on the 1974 book by Cornelius Ryan. Critics and veterans alike have praised its visceral action scenes and its unflinching look at the "futility and folly of war". Quell_ultimo_ponte_1977_HD_-_Altadefinizione01

Devised by Field Marshal Montgomery, the goal was to end WWII by Christmas 1944 by seizing a series of bridges in the Nazi-occupied Netherlands. Unlike other war films of the era (e

Today, it is regarded as a classic of the genre, ranking just behind films like Saving Private Ryan for its atmospheric and high-production-value depiction of urban combat. Devised by Field Marshal Montgomery, the goal was

To ensure international appeal and manage the $9 million talent budget, Levine cast nearly 20 of the era's biggest stars in roughly equal roles. Sean Connery (Maj. Gen. Urquhart) Anthony Hopkins (Lt. Col. John Frost) Michael Caine (Lt. Col. Vandeleur) Robert Redford (Maj. Julian Cook) Gene Hackman (Maj. Gen. Sosabowski)