What is Five Cartridges?
Five Cartridges is a film first released in 1960. Catalogued under War, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1960
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 3, 1960
- Studios
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
- Genres
- War, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.6/10
- Episode runtime
- ~90 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
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Five Cartridges is a film first released in 1960. Catalogued under War, Drama. Produced and broadcast by DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A wounded commander entrusts a fragmented secret to five brigade comrades amid Spain’s brutal war.”
- Authentic Spanish Civil War backdrop
- High-stakes mission with each cartridge
- Diverse international characters
- Short runtime may limit character depth
Watch it if you appreciate concise war dramas that blend suspense with camaraderie.
The film contains wartime violence and bleak themes, suited for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
When does the story take place?
It is set in 1936 during the Spanish Civil War.
What is the central plot device?
A message is divided among five cartridges that must all reach the battalion.
Who is Pierre?
Pierre is a French soldier who leaves the hide‑out and is killed by an enemy bullet.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately one hour and thirty minutes.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a war and drama film.
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