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The River Line (1964)

6.519641h 35mDE
DramaWar

Directed by Rudolf Jugert

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 35m

Language

DE

Release

March 26, 1964

Director

Rudolf Jugert

Overview

France 1944: American pilot Philip Sturgess is shot down but found by a resistance group. In the neighborhood Sturgess meets another American and shortly thereafter the British Major Barton, called “Reiher”. He claims to have fled a German prison camp. Shortly before leaving for Spain to escape the ...

Cast

Peter van Eyck

Peter van Eyck

Der Reiher

Marie Versini

Marie Versini

Marie

Walter Rilla

Walter Rilla

Pierre, Maries Vater

Fritz Wepper

Fritz Wepper

Philip

Elfriede Kuzmany

Elfriede Kuzmany

Madame Claire

Gernot Duda

Gernot Duda

Dany Mann

Dany Mann

Madame Claires Tochter

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The River Line (1964), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

France 1944: American pilot Philip Sturgess is shot down but found by a resistance group. In the neighborhood Sturgess meets another American and shortly thereafter the British Major Barton, called “Reiher”. He claims to have fled a German prison camp. Shortly before leaving for Spain to escape the Nazis, Sturgess discovers that Barton has written a letter to Germany. This confirms the suspicion that he could be a German spy…

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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