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The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) 1963 Reissue Folded WWII Movie Poster EM4-96

$ 79.2

Availability: 28 in stock
  • Condition: Good condition, folded, small tear in top left
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Object Type: Poster
  • Industry: Movies
  • Movie: The Bridge on the River Kwai
  • Size: 27x41

    Description

    The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) 1963 Reissue Folded Movie Poster EM4-96
    "The Bridge on the River Kwai" is an epic war drama directed by David Lean and released in 1957. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the film tells the story of British prisoners of war forced to build a railway bridge by their Japanese captors in Burma. Led by the meticulous Colonel Nicholson, portrayed by Alec Guinness, the prisoners initially see the construction of the bridge as an opportunity to showcase British ingenuity and morale. However, as tensions rise between Nicholson and the Japanese Colonel Saito, played by Sessue Hayakawa, and as the bridge nears completion, a battle of wills ensues that challenges the prisoners' loyalty and their understanding of duty. With its sweeping cinematography, powerful performances, and thought-provoking exploration of honor, duty, and the complexities of war, "The Bridge on the River Kwai" remains a timeless classic and a landmark achievement in cinema.
    Condition: Pre-Owned Good
    Good condition, folded, small tear in top left