A powerful study of courage in the face of irrational odds, The Bridges at Toko-Ri (based on James Michener's novel) is no less patriotic than many other war films, but it dispenses with the gung-ho bluster to focus on the very real and tragic consequences of war. This is also one of the first films to openly criticise the morality of the Korean War while praising the honour and integrity of the men who fought it. Lt Harry Brubaker (William Holden) is one of those men: a lawyer with a loving wife (Grace Kelly) and two young daughters, who is recalled to duty from the Navy Reserve, his mission; to fly with a bomber jet squadron over one of the Communists' most heavily protected targets, the strategically vital bridges in the Korean canyon of Toko-Ri. Brubaker has his own noble protection from his fellow pilots (including Charles McGraw in a fine supporting role), admiring admiral (Frederic March), and from the helicopter scouts (Mickey Rooney, Earl Holliman) who saved his life on a previous missions. But his ambivalence--and his fear that the Toko-Ri mission will be his last--is what gives the film its potent emotional impact. Holden is perfect in his role, and director Mark Robson steadfastly avoids any false sentiment or macho theatrics that would diminish the film's devastating climax. The Bridges at Toko-Ri is also a superlative showcase for the naval operations; the aerial sequences earned an Oscar for special effects and the Navy's cooperation assures total authenticity in the "flat-top" aircraft carrier scenes. --Jeff Shannon, Amazon.com
Based on the classic story this was first broadcast in 1985 on Children's BBC. This release features four discs of the complete series and also has a free exclusive poster.... Dogtanian and the Three Muskehounds was a 26-part animated series made in 1981 by the South African company BRB Internacional. It was set in early 17th-Century France and based on the famous novel by Alexandre Dumas written in 1844. But the adaption of the story had one very notable difference - the cast we
In the heady days of Louis XIII's France live Dogtanian and three courageous Muskehounds - Athos Porthos and Aramis. Pledged to a life of adventure they are mavericks fighting for justice despite their sometimes unorthodox methods. Chivalry honour and companionship are all upheld as they battle against the forces of evil legendary swordsmanship helping them escape danger in the nick of time... Whether overcoming the powerful Richelleu or waging war Dogtanian and The Three Muskeh
In the heady days of Louis XIII's France live Dogtanian and three courageous Muskehounds - Athos Porthos and Aramis. Pledged to a life of adventure they are mavericks fighting for justice despite their sometimes unorthodox methods. Chivalry honour and companionship are all upheld as they battle against the forces of evil legendary swordsmanship helping them escape danger in the nick of time... Whether overcoming the powerful Richelleu or waging war Dogtanian and The Three Musk
Aramis is elegant and chivalrous. Athos is calm and aristocratic. Porthos is strong and impatient. Together they form an invincible team in the service of the King of France; they are the finest swordsmen in the country they are the amazing Three Muskehounds! This unforgettable series relates the adventures of Dogtanian a brave and stubborn youngster who dreams of joining the revered royal guard. With the help of his trusty horse Sandy and his friend Pip he proves that some swords
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