The One That Got Away
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Movie Reviews of The One That Got Away
Movie Review: A Balanced Perspective
Summary: 5 Stars
This is one of those movies that make you realize there was more than just one side in WWII.
Hardy Krueger plays an excellent role. Remember him from "The Flight of the Phoenix," with Jimmy Stewart? Unlike his character in that movie, he plays a much more flamboyant figure in "The One That Got Away."
In an age where Hollywood glorifies Americans as being the only independent & courageous people on the planet, it is nice to see a little redress. Except for "Letters From Iwo Jima," I can't think of another movie that reminds us there are always men on the other side who fight & die for their country.
That brings us to the crux of the matter: Hollywood. Neither "The Boat," originally released as "Das Boot," or "The One That Got Away" was produced in America. If you want a fresh perspective on events - past and present - try looking at foreign made films.
Another reason to recommend this movie: There are no politics involved; simply the drama of one man's ordeal. Considering it was made in 1957 that is something!
The B&W in which it is shot also adds a sense of life & death drama - which it is. If you like movies that are true-to-life (as opposed to make-believe), or you enjoyed "The Boat" with Jurgen Prochnow, then this is one you will enjoy seeing.
I would love too see a remake - although not by Hollywood!
Movie Review: HARDY KRUGER IS TOO GORGEOUS TO BE TRUE. THE HANDSOMEST MAN IN THE ENTIRE WORLD.
Summary: 5 Stars
I have to say I first discovered Hardy Kruger in a main title role in The One That Got Away and after seeing him in this I have to say he is definitely the handsomest, most attractive man in the entire cosmos. He was unbelievably gorgeous in The One That Got Away. I felt so sorry for him though what he had to go through in that movie, trying his best to escape the British through all the stepping stones he encountered trying to get to a neutral nation. It made me want to just jump in the film and help him and even stay with him forever. I really would have loved to have joined him any day on such an escaping adventure. Everytime I watch this film I always imagine me aiding him in his escape and having him carry me in the rain and the freezing snow and assuring him that he'd really get away, that I loved him and that I would have stayed with him forever. Hardy is the most beautiful man to me and he forever will be.Movie Review: They made great movies in the old days and this one is great
Summary: 5 Stars
I liked when the POW crossed the St. Lawrence and landed in Ogdenburg, USA.
The border patrol agent should have said, Ogdenburg, NY , because the POW crossed the US border at Ogdenburg,NY .
Hardy Krueger did a great job acting, nobody could play that part but him. From start to finish, this movie was great.
Ever been to Ogdenburg NY ? I went up there once, I went on a fishing trip near Ogdenburg . Its close to Fort Drum. Its right above the Adirondacks and the winters are brutal. Our winter troops are trained at Fort Drum because its probably the worst conditions they'll ever face.
Movie Review: Splendid
Summary: 5 Stars
An extraordinarily beautifully made movie.The Black and White era of movies make it even more grand.Thanks also to amazon for providing a high quality C.D.Movie Review: The One That Got Away
Summary: 5 Stars
Enjoyed the movie (DVD) it very much. Part of history. Great story with an interesting ending.
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