Episode 25: The Great Escape (1963)

Known for Bad Day at Black Rock (1950) and The Magnificent Seven (1960), director John Sturges had established his career making dramas with strong male ensemble casts.  The Great Escape (1963) became his pet project after he established himself in Hollywood, and it's no exception to Sturges' other films, letting the actors shine brilliantly. The Great Escape is an amazing true story based on the book by an actual prisoner who was involved in the events.  The film was a resounding success, and earned an Oscar nomination for editor Ferris Webster.  It is currently widely available on DVD and Blu-Ray. Have a question or a comment for the host?  Email Sean at [email protected], follow him on Twitter via @1001MoviesPC, and look for the podcast's Facebook page.