Rating: - Excellent WWII adventure from Billy Wilder, exciting, literate and clever
This WWII movie is an unexpected delight, although coming from Billy Wilder the unexpected should be expected. The action in Five Graves to Cairo takes place in a flea-bitten, mud-brick hotel on the edge ... Read More
Rating: - Classic WW2 espionage flick
Billy Wilder's WW2 Oscar nominated classic "Five Graves to Cairo" released in 1943, is typical of propagandized movies coming out of Hollywood at this time.
British corporal John J. Bramble played ... Read More
Rating: - A classic work of the times
This is one movie I recommend to everyone. It captures a period of WWII and simplifies good and bad. It's about the ordinary citizen making a small effort that will make a difference. My first exposure to Franchot ... Read More
Rating: - Billy Wilder's best of Action/Thriller/Suspense WWII
Here's one of Billy Wilder's earlier works which has his magic touch - by far the best director Hollywood ever produced; an action-packed WWII thriller. With a complete story, actors, scenery, photography, ... Read More
Rating: - A classic Wilder
I treasure this film as one of the best films in my library. A classic Wilder, with witty script, terrific performances, but also a heart pounding and heart moving film. What more can we ask?
- Excellent WWII adventure from Billy Wilder, exciting, literate and clever
- A classic work of the times