Paths of Glory Movie Review
Paths of Glory Review
"Paths of Glory" Overview
Rating: NR
1957
Cast and Crew
Director : Stanley KubrickProducer : James B. Harris
Screenwiter : Stanley Kubrick,Jim Thompson,Calder Willingham
Starring : Kirk Douglas,Ralph Meeker,Adolphe Menjou,George Macready,Wayne Morris,Richard Anderson,Timothy Carey,Joe Turkel,Christiane Kubrick
Brilliant study into the nature of cowardice and the pathetic nature of the
modern (well, in 1957) military machine. Vehemently anti-war, Kubrick takes us
on a this-can't-be-happening ride, as French soldiers fail in their mission to
take a certain hill from the enemy. A court martial ensues, with devastating
results.
One of Kubrick's best works, and one that has been seen by relatively few.
Also one of Kirk Douglas's best roles ever. Banned on its release due to its
obviously seditious nature throughout dozens of countries, now is the time to
rediscover this gem.
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Review by Christopher Null 
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