Storyline

June, 1942. The British Army, retreating ahead of victorious Rommel, leaves a lone survivor on the Egyptian border--Corporal John Bramble, who finds refuge at a remote desert hotel...soon to be German HQ. To survive, Bramble assumes an identity which proves perilous. The new guest of honor is none other than Rommel, hinting of his secret strategy, code-named 'five graves.' And the fate of the British in Egypt depends on whether a humble corporal can penetrate the secret...—Rod Crawford

Plot Keywords

soldier, innkeeper, clerk, field marshal erwin rommel, tense, thrilling, engaging, hotel, desert, cairo, war, espionage, dangerous assignment, world war ii, adventure, sacrifice, pursuit, 1940s

Short Review

Director Billy Wilder handles the varied story elements, countless suspenseful moments and vivid portrayals in excellent fashion.

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