The Hill poster

The Hill (1965)

"They went up like men! They came down like animals!"

7.519652h 3mEN
DramaWar

Directed by Sidney Lumet

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

2h 3m

Language

EN

Release

June 11, 1965

Director

Sidney Lumet

Official Trailer

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Overview

North Africa, World War II. British soldiers on the brink of collapse push beyond endurance to struggle up a brutal incline. It's not a military objective. It's The Hill, a manmade instrument of torture, a tower of sand seared by a white-hot sun. And the troops' tormentors are not the enemy, but the...

Cast

Sean Connery

Sean Connery

Joe Roberts

Harry Andrews

Harry Andrews

R.S.M. Wilson

Ian Bannen

Ian Bannen

Harris

Alfred Lynch

Alfred Lynch

George Stevens

Ossie Davis

Ossie Davis

Jacko King

Roy Kinnear

Roy Kinnear

Monty Bartlett

Jack Watson

Jack Watson

Jock McGrath

Ian Hendry

Ian Hendry

Staff Sergeant Williams

Michael Redgrave

Michael Redgrave

The Medical Officer

Norman Bird

Norman Bird

Commandant

Neil McCarthy

Neil McCarthy

Burton

Howard Goorney

Howard Goorney

Walters

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Hill (1965), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

North Africa, World War II. British soldiers on the brink of collapse push beyond endurance to struggle up a brutal incline. It's not a military objective. It's The Hill, a manmade instrument of torture, a tower of sand seared by a white-hot sun. And the troops' tormentors are not the enemy, but their own comrades-at-arms.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Hill. 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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