Cast a Giant Shadow (1966)
- 6.4
- 142 mins
- War
Storyline
An American Army officer is recruited by Jews in Palestine to help them form an army. The surrounding Arab countries are opposed to the creation of the state of Israel. He is made commander of the Israeli forces just before the war begins.—John Vogel
Plot Keywords
jew, based on book, 1940s, arab, adultery, death of husband, war violence, extramarital affair, tragic hero, husband wife relationship, main character dies, main character shot, based on true story, military, war hero, battlefield, combat, fortress, armored car, desert
Short Review
Kirk Douglas is fine as legendary Israeli leader. Nice guest stars (John Wayne, etc.).
Trailer
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