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Five Cartridges (1960)

7.619601h 30mDE
WarDrama

Directed by Frank Beyer

Rating

7.6/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

DE

Release

November 3, 1960

Director

Frank Beyer

Overview

It is the year 1936 and the Spanish Civil War is raging. When the German commander of an international brigade is badly wounded he gives his five comrades a message which he divides up and secretes into in five cartridges. All five shells must reach the battalion in order for the message to be relay...

Cast

Erwin Geschonneck

Erwin Geschonneck

Kommissar Witting

Ulrich Thein

Ulrich Thein

Wasja der Russe

Edwin Marian

Edwin Marian

Jose der Spanier

Ernst-Georg Schwill

Ernst-Georg Schwill

Willi der Deutsche

Armin Mueller-Stahl

Armin Mueller-Stahl

Pierre, der Franzose

Manfred Krug

Manfred Krug

Oleg der Pole

Günter Naumann

Günter Naumann

Dimitri der Bulgare

Fritz Diez

Fritz Diez

Major Balanos

Johannes Maus

Johannes Maus

Karl

Jochen Diestelmann

Jochen Diestelmann

Jerri

Harald Jopt

Harald Jopt

Sanchez

Fritz Ernst Fechner

Fritz Ernst Fechner

Jirka

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Five Cartridges (1960), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

It is the year 1936 and the Spanish Civil War is raging. When the German commander of an international brigade is badly wounded he gives his five comrades a message which he divides up and secretes into in five cartridges. All five shells must reach the battalion in order for the message to be relayed. But Frenchman Pierre can’t bear the heat of the Sierra. When he leaves their hide-out to drink from a well he is hit by an enemy bullet.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Five Cartridges. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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