This film really brings out how people can overcome their differences, no matter how large or seemingly-impossible, and work together for their own survival.
Anthony Quayle acted his part with perfection, staying both loyal to his own cause, AND to the common cause of survival.
He did not turn anybody over to the German army despite the many opportunities, but turned each incident into an advantage that helped all concerned.
Also the matter of alcoholic addiction was portrayed excellently by John Mills, and the self-realisation which led to his overcoming of the problem was quite poignant.
Overall I would recommend this film as one of the classics amongst war-theme movies. It gets behind the scenes and down to the really important matter of real people and THEIR perspective of things.
Anthony Quayle acted his part with perfection, staying both loyal to his own cause, AND to the common cause of survival.
He did not turn anybody over to the German army despite the many opportunities, but turned each incident into an advantage that helped all concerned.
Also the matter of alcoholic addiction was portrayed excellently by John Mills, and the self-realisation which led to his overcoming of the problem was quite poignant.
Overall I would recommend this film as one of the classics amongst war-theme movies. It gets behind the scenes and down to the really important matter of real people and THEIR perspective of things.