The Great Raid

Name: The Great Raid
Director: John Dahl
Genre: Action, History, War
Released: 2005-01-01
Duration: 132 min
Rating: 6.5
Cast: Benjamin Bratt, James Franco, Connie Nielsen, Logan Marshall-Green, Joseph Fiennes

2005Dir. John Dahl2h 12m

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Runtime2h 12m

Released2005

Budget$80M

Box office$10.2M

DirectorJohn Dahl

About This Movie

The Great Raid offers a gritty glimpse into the chaos of WWII through the lens of a daring rescue mission. Directed by John Dahl, it captures the tension of a group of soldiers pushing deep behind enemy lines—an adrenaline-fueled 30-mile trek that feels both harrowing and poignant. The pacing is brisk, balancing moments of intense action with the emotional weight of the prisoners' plight. The practical effects stand out, grounding the film in a gritty realism that enhances the stakes. Performances are solid, especially from the leads who carry the weight of their characters' desperate hope. It’s not just about the action; it explores themes of sacrifice and camaraderie in the face of overwhelming odds.

Great practical effects enhance realismSolid performances drive the emotional coreInteresting take on lesser-known WWII events