Even though the movie ending was quite sad, The Great Escape was a wonderful movie with very interesting characters and plot. A standing ovation to all the actors, film crew and soldiers whom they portrayed!
I was introduce to this book back in high school, in 1976, I did not know there was a movie at the time. the book is one of my favorite. Then I found out there was a movie about the escape. I did not see it about seven years later while I was in the Air Force station in England on British T.V. I been one of my favorite movie. I did my own research of this fantastic escape, it was amazing feat that these prisoners did. I think the director did a great job to follow the book as close as possible to the story.
My mom and dad introduced me to this movie in the ‘60’s. It was my favorite movie and I got so excited to watch it, with them. They have been gone for years; and would have loved to see how the film was made.
An all time classic movie I have watched many many times and never tire of it. I went to visit the actual camp at Zagan which during the war was in Gemrany but is now Poland. There is very little left but what struck me straight away was the earth which is extremely sandy. That they managed to tunnel through it was an amazing achievement. The POW's were treated well by the first camp Commandant, but Steve McQueens motorbike stunt at the end of the movie is pure Hollywood.
Read the book and have seen the movie many times. Excellent explanation of the film, location, actors, crew and director. Kudos to the editor of this production. History major and this helped ease my appetite of what really happened the behind the scenes. Thanks.
Its a man's movie. I got to see it in 1963 and I seen it I don't know how many times over the years. It never gets old. The one thing is that I am teaching myself Russian and to watch Colburn and Bronson trying to march out of camp with the Russians gives me an even more chuckle. The commandant of the Camp is an interesting fellow in his own right, he fought in Russia, and escaped Russian captivity and walked out of Russia. World War II was a lot closer to us in '63.Come to think about it I will return to Stalag Luft III this weekend.
An absolute classic. I remember watching this as a little kid in the early 70s. I was fascinated enough by the movie to read the book in elementary school. I still have a copy in my book case.
Forget to mention the Canadians who were involved in the escape. Wally Floody, a mining engineer from Ontario who was the original Tunnel King. Along with other Canadians who were part of the organization.
The part of the movie which is most of it. Stating Americans were there and part of the escape. No Americans were part of the escape or tunnelling. The part of Steve McQueen was actually an Australian and he didn't escape because he decided to stay back and help the sick and later became a Doctor in Australia. The person he gave his number to, was actually killed by the Germans and he stated that the guy was so excited to get his number and he felt bad for many decades later. Plus no motorbikes were part of the escape.
I live in Lunenburg, N.S., and I had the opportunity to meet one of the Canadians who was involved in the Great Escape. His name was Gerald McNeill, and before his passing a decade ago, he showed me some of the memorabilia he had gathered from being associated with the society formed after the 50 were murdered which was keeping their memories alive. A very fascinating man to listen to.
@@shackdaddy7106 be kind. Floody isn't identified as other than a former prisoner of the camp and the guy who dug the tunnels. There's no mention of him being Canadian.
When this movie was first on television in the United States, it was late 1967 and I was 11 years old. At the conclusion I had a tear drop rolling down my cheek. I've been to Germany twice, in 1982 and 1990, while on 2-week vacations through central Europe. My final stop in December of 1990 was 3-days in Berlin, just after the wall came down and east Germany was dissolved, creating 1-Germany again. Someday I would like to go to the actual site of the prison camp and experience the area of the Great Escape.
James Garner was in the 5th Regimental Combat Team (RCT) during the Korean War. They were attached to different Divisions at certain times during the war. They initially were independent but also attached to the 24th Infantry Div. To give an idea as to what a regiment is, A Division was composed of three Regiments from WWII till Korea. An RCT was a WWII concept that really took off in the late forties. Essentially a self sufficient smaller unit with attached combattant & support units. A Tank Company, 555th Field artillery battalion, engineers, aviation section etc.
The British film makers never talk about the ones who got away.Two guys from Norway and one Dutch guy ,only because they were fluent in German. All the British were captured and some were shot.
First saw this film as a kid in the theater in 1963, got the soundtrack record later (still have it). Elmer Bernstein was great film composer, even if this film and Magnificent Seven did not win Academy Awards.
One of my favorite movies ever ...Steve McQueen was amazing ...Such a talented and good actor, he died way too early! James carburn was also... Actually, the whole cast was unbelievably good.... ❤️
In the real great escape two Norwegians ( Per Bergsland and Jens Muller,both RAF) and a Dutchman (Bram van der Stok,RAF)) made it out....why they changed it to an Aussie and two Polish in the film is a mystery to me.
My father spent 3 1/2 years as a German POW in Hertsmandorf Chemnitz. The life he had during his time as a POW was brutal. At night allied bombers would fly over and bomb the nearby industrial area, and the during the day he was subjected to harassment when they were marched out of the camp for forced work duties, punched, kicked and spat at by the locals.
🎉 Classic movie based on actual events. Of interest this somewhat fanciful film actually cast a real German POW who was wise enough to make no protests over the Hollywood fantasy script or details. That actor developed into one of the finest character actors in cinema history - Donald Pleasance. His work should be studied in detail by any would be actor.
brilliant film but makes me laugh that they talk about making it factual when theres so many people made into one and there was no bike Chace at all but over all i guess you get the gen idea
No Americans. And that is why a good many of the POWs thought the film made a mockery of what truly happened. They thought Bushell had sold out to the Americans on what should have actually occurred. Lest We Forget
Bushell was South African ... of the fifty, six were Poles. Plus the Czechs, Belgians, French, Norwegians, Dutch ... and even a Lithuanian! A truly multi-national enterprise. Johnnie Dodge was born American but became a British citizen, a sensible chap. ;)
As great a movie as it is, it sidesteps the fact that the prison escapees were military men disguised as civilians, at liberty behind enemy lines. The executions were entirely in line with the Geneva Convention, and no war crimes charges were ever brought on this issue.
Even though the movie ending was quite sad, The Great Escape was a wonderful movie with very interesting characters and plot. A standing ovation to all the actors, film crew and soldiers whom they portrayed!
I was introduce to this book back in high school, in 1976, I did not know there was a movie at the time. the book is one of my favorite. Then I found out there was a movie about the escape. I did not see it about seven years later while I was in the Air Force station in England on British T.V. I been one of my favorite movie. I did my own research of this fantastic escape, it was amazing feat that these prisoners did. I think the director did a great job to follow the book as close as possible to the story.
My mom and dad introduced me to this movie in the ‘60’s. It was my favorite movie and I got so excited to watch it, with them. They have been gone for years; and would have loved to see how the film was made.
Paul Brickhill also wrote "The Dambusters" & "Reach For The Sky"
An all time classic movie I have watched many many times and never tire of it. I went to visit the actual camp at Zagan which during the war was in Gemrany but is now Poland. There is very little left but what struck me straight away was the earth which is extremely sandy. That they managed to tunnel through it was an amazing achievement. The POW's were treated well by the first camp Commandant, but Steve McQueens motorbike stunt at the end of the movie is pure Hollywood.
Hollywood indeed, perfect descripton.
My father served in WWII .....Great escape film was a favorite to him. My self ? I loved David McCallum. Steve Mcqueen , others and the story
I’ve watched the great escape over 100 times , it my favourite movie & know 90% plus of the script.
Best movie ever.
In my Opinion this Is One of Thee Greatest Movies Ever Made !!! Especially because of The Real Life and True Story Behind This Movie 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Donald pleasence was a great and talent actor , so sad he has passed away
Loved him in The Caretaker. Gem of a film.
Marvellous movie. A tale of heroes
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Sadly David mccallum just died leaving John leyton last surviving cast member of the great escape
I think there a couple of others still alive from the movie.
Even after a three hour tour of a movie, I had to watch this.
Movies great.... you wanted MORE, timeless classic.
Read the book and have seen the movie many times. Excellent explanation of the film, location, actors, crew and director. Kudos to the editor of this production. History major and this helped ease my appetite of what really happened the behind the scenes. Thanks.
Its a man's movie. I got to see it in 1963 and I seen it I don't know how many times over the years. It never gets old. The one thing is that I am teaching myself Russian and to watch Colburn and Bronson trying to march out of camp with the Russians gives me an even more chuckle. The commandant of the Camp is an interesting fellow in his own right, he fought in Russia, and escaped Russian captivity and walked out of Russia. World War II was a lot closer to us in '63.Come to think about it I will return to Stalag Luft III this weekend.
It is a female film as well. I mean James Garner, David McCallum, James Coburn.. come on!
An absolute classic. I remember watching this as a little kid in the early 70s. I was fascinated enough by the movie to read the book in elementary school. I still have a copy in my book case.
Forget to mention the Canadians who were involved in the escape. Wally Floody, a mining engineer from Ontario who was the original Tunnel King. Along with other Canadians who were part of the organization.
A whole section in the middle of the video talked about Wally Floody. Apparently you weren’t paying attention.
@@shackdaddy7106 thank you. I don't how I missed that. I will re watch it.
The part of the movie which is most of it. Stating Americans were there and part of the escape. No Americans were part of the escape or tunnelling. The part of Steve McQueen was actually an Australian and he didn't escape because he decided to stay back and help the sick and later became a Doctor in Australia. The person he gave his number to, was actually killed by the Germans and he stated that the guy was so excited to get his number and he felt bad for many decades later. Plus no motorbikes were part of the escape.
I live in Lunenburg, N.S., and I had the opportunity to meet one of the Canadians who was involved in the Great Escape. His name was Gerald McNeill, and before his passing a decade ago, he showed me some of the memorabilia he had gathered from being associated with the society formed after the 50 were murdered which was keeping their memories alive. A very fascinating man to listen to.
@@shackdaddy7106 be kind. Floody isn't identified as other than a former prisoner of the camp and the guy who dug the tunnels. There's no mention of him being Canadian.
Love this movie 👍
R.I.P actor 2024
When this movie was first on television in the United States, it was late 1967 and I was 11 years old. At the conclusion I had a tear drop rolling down my cheek. I've been to Germany twice, in 1982 and 1990, while on 2-week vacations through central Europe. My final stop in December of 1990 was 3-days in Berlin, just after the wall came down and east Germany was dissolved, creating 1-Germany again. Someday I would like to go to the actual site of the prison camp and experience the area of the Great Escape.
Love it love the cast and ohhhhhh that music
I also like James coburn he is a good actor
One of my all time favorite movies. Plus it’s an all time great movie to start with.
The soundtrack by Elmer Bernstein grabs my heart every time. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
David McCallum made such a comment, which confirms my own conviction that music is possibly the most important aspect of any film.
Donald Pleasence flew with 166sqd from RAF
Kirmington (now Humberside Airport) was shot down and became a real POW. What a great film .
Yes indeed. In 1963 I was 7 years old. And this movie did introduce me to WW2.
James Garner was in the 5th Regimental Combat Team (RCT) during the Korean War. They were attached to different Divisions at certain times during the war. They initially were independent but also attached to the 24th Infantry Div. To give an idea as to what a regiment is, A Division was composed of three Regiments from WWII till Korea.
An RCT was a WWII concept that really took off in the late forties. Essentially a self sufficient smaller unit with attached combattant & support units. A Tank Company, 555th Field artillery battalion, engineers, aviation section etc.
Just a great movie and story. Cast in top notch
Have loved this movie since i first saw it as young boy. Best movie ever!
You can't beat a production that is all real. No CGI.
The British film makers never talk about the ones who got away.Two guys from Norway and one Dutch guy ,only because they
were fluent in German. All the British were captured and some were shot.
First saw this film as a kid in the theater in 1963, got the soundtrack record later (still have it). Elmer Bernstein was great film composer, even if this film and Magnificent Seven did not win Academy Awards.
Very nice presentation to a meaningful great movie.
One of my favorite movies ever ...Steve McQueen was amazing ...Such a talented and good actor, he died way too early! James carburn was also... Actually, the whole cast was unbelievably good.... ❤️
James Coburn
In the real great escape two Norwegians ( Per Bergsland and Jens Muller,both RAF) and a Dutchman (Bram van der Stok,RAF)) made it out....why they changed it to an Aussie and two Polish in the film is a mystery to me.
I like the great escape cast, David McCallum is really handsome
There was an earlier escape from this camp. Three men in The Wooden Horse Escape. All three got home.
My father spent 3 1/2 years as a German POW in Hertsmandorf Chemnitz. The life he had during his time as a POW was brutal. At night allied bombers would fly over and bomb the nearby industrial area, and the during the day he was subjected to harassment when they were marched out of the camp for forced work duties, punched, kicked and spat at by the locals.
Loved it
One of my favourite war films of all time
🎉 Classic movie based on actual events. Of interest this somewhat fanciful film actually cast a real German POW who was wise enough to make no protests over the Hollywood fantasy script or details. That actor developed into one of the finest character actors in cinema history - Donald Pleasance. His work should be studied in detail by any would be actor.
If I recall the Motorcycle scene jumping over a fence was not in the Script.. It was Steve McQueen's idea to add that stunt into the Movie.
The motorcycle scene never happened in real life. POWs thought it a load of rubbish.
Poor David McCallum, was in a great film, but lost his wife(Jill Ireland) to his Co-Star, Charles Bronson.
Rip David❤
Fantastic
Men of honor served our country so we can live in Free dome
Great movie. However, in the real escape, there were no Americans involved.
I was a POW in this camp and so was my dad and grandad
UNFORTUNATELY,-DAVID McCULLUM DIED JUST RECENTLY--R.I.P.
R.I.P - 2024
A great movie
In the real great escape the guy who was played by James Garner was actually an RCAF pilot not RAF as Hollywood told it
I suppose Hogan's Heros is about as far as you could get from reality, gut it sure was a funny TV show. It's interesting to learn History.
Strangely Charles Bronson didn't participated in this docu?!
Amazingly I was not THAT impressed when we saw it 1963 at Cinema, BUT now think it great Movie.
brilliant film but makes me laugh that they talk about making it factual when theres so many people made into one and there was no bike Chace at all but over all i guess you get the gen idea
The bike scene was down to Steve he insisted in it.
No Americans. And that is why a good many of the POWs thought the film made a mockery of what truly happened. They thought Bushell had sold out to the Americans on what should have actually occurred. Lest We Forget
Peter butterworth ??
There were no Americans in the real great escape. British, Australian & Canadian mainly.
Bushell was South African ... of the fifty, six were Poles. Plus the Czechs, Belgians, French, Norwegians, Dutch ... and even a Lithuanian! A truly multi-national enterprise. Johnnie Dodge was born American but became a British citizen, a sensible chap. ;)
Who is the commentator?
Credits said Miguel Ferrer
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As great a movie as it is, it sidesteps the fact that the prison escapees were military men disguised as civilians, at liberty behind enemy lines. The executions were entirely in line with the Geneva Convention, and no war crimes charges were ever brought on this issue.
Germans were charged and convicted of war crimes for the murdered 50 POWs in The Great Escape. You are wrong and ignorant.
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