Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Zulu

Actors:  Michael Caine, Stanley Baker, Jack Hawkins, James Booth, Nigel Green
Rating: 8 out of 10, great war movie that is a little dated but still holds attention through more than 2 hours – especially given that this is a very truthful telling of the epic stand of the British against immense odds.  You can really feel the tension as the Zulus mass for their attacks.  One of my favorite scenes in all cinema is the Brits standing up and singing their regimental song in face of final Zulu attack.  Interesting to see Caine in his first role – shows promise that he later more than fulfilled.
MVP:  Green as Colour Sergeant Bourne is great as the NCO keeping the men in the fight

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