A Walk in the Sun 1945
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What is A Walk in the Sun?
A Walk in the Sun is a 1945 American war film directed by Lewis Milestone and based on the novel by Harry Brown. The film stars Dana Andrews and features Richard Conte, George Tyne, and John Ireland.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1945
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 117 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 25, 1945
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Superior Pictures, Lewis Milestone Productions
- Budget
- $850,000
- Genres
- War
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.9/10 from 64 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~117 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Superior Pictures, Lewis Milestone Productions
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Overview
A Walk in the Sun is a 1945 American war film directed by Lewis Milestone and based on the novel by Harry Brown. The film stars Dana Andrews and features Richard Conte, George Tyne, and John Ireland. Set in 1943 during the Allied landings in and around the town of Salerno, Italy, the story follows a platoon from the United States 36th Infantry Division during World War II. The American soldiers trudge through the Italian countryside encountering danger and destruction along the way. They are tasked with advancing six miles inland to blow up a bridge before clearing a nearby farmhouse, with the hope of blocking an expected counterattack on the division's bridgehead. The book on which the film is based was serialized in Liberty Magazine in October 1944, and the film was released in the United States on December 25, 1945.
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“A gripping exploration of war that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is A Walk in the Sun worth watching?
A Walk in the Sun holds a community rating of 5.9/10 based on 64 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging War for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie A Walk in the Sun and when was it released?
A Walk in the Sun is a feature film with a runtime of 117 minutes. It was released in 1945. Release status: Released.
Who directed A Walk in the Sun?
A Walk in the Sun was directed by Lewis Milestone.
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