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Pork Chop Hill (1959)

"Bold! Blunt! Blistering! The battle picture without equal!"

6.619591h 38mEN
DramaHistoryWar

Directed by Lewis Milestone

Rating

6.6/10

Runtime

1h 38m

Language

EN

Release

May 29, 1959

Director

Lewis Milestone

Official Trailer

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Overview

Korean War, April 1953. Lieutenant Clemons, leader of the King company of the United States Infantry, is ordered to recapture Pork Chop Hill, occupied by a powerful Chinese Army force, while, just seventy miles away, at nearby the village of Panmunjom, a tense cease-fire conference is celebrated.

Cast

Gregory Peck

Gregory Peck

Lt. Joe Clemons

Harry Guardino

Harry Guardino

PFC. Forstman

Rip Torn

Rip Torn

Lt. Walter Russell

George Peppard

George Peppard

Cpl. Chuck Fedderson

Carl Benton Reid

Carl Benton Reid

American Admiral

James Edwards

James Edwards

Cpl. Jurgens

Bob Steele

Bob Steele

Col. Kern

Woody Strode

Woody Strode

Pvt. Franklen

George Shibata

George Shibata

Lt. Suki Ohashi

Norman Fell

Norman Fell

S/Sgt. Coleman

Lew Gallo

Lew Gallo

DPR Lieutenant

Robert Blake

Robert Blake

Pvt. Velie

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Pork Chop Hill (1959), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Korean War, April 1953. Lieutenant Clemons, leader of the King company of the United States Infantry, is ordered to recapture Pork Chop Hill, occupied by a powerful Chinese Army force, while, just seventy miles away, at nearby the village of Panmunjom, a tense cease-fire conference is celebrated.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Pork Chop 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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