30 Dec Stalag 17
Stalag 17, WWII Movie starring William Holden
(1953) I thought this depiction of a German POW camp for American airmen seemed a little theatrical, with splashes of comedy and musical routines. Then I read that before it was a movie, it actually was a Broadway play, based on the experiences of its two authors, both POW’s.
Otto Preminger, the director who also played the Camp Commander, was a standout. You hated to see him but enjoyed his performance.
William Holden was the star and received an Oscar for his role. His character carried the story through until the end when you finally began to like him.
Watch movie clips and a trailer at the Turner Classic Movies site.
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