War! What Is It Good For? Apparently, Extremely Compelling Films…

7. Bridge on the River Kwai

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The film chronicles the convergence of British soldiers in a Japanese POW camp led by Colonel Saito — an intense and often sadistic officer. The ranking British officer, Lt. Colonel Nicholson (Alec Guinness) is so by-the-book that he philosophizes about whether his men have a duty to try to escape. A frequent contender for the “greatest film of all time” crown, David Lean’s incredible war movie would go on to win seven Academy Awards (including Best Picture).