Bridge on the river kwai, Kanchanaburi province, Thailand. Photo: NFSA.
1957 | 35mm | UK, US | D: David Lean
English, Japanese
When British POWs are tasked with building a bridge in Burma, their commander, Colonel Nicholson (Alec Guinness), decides to demonstrate British superiority to the Japanese colonel by building the best bridge possible.
The gripping drama that ensues pits the two commanders against each other in a contest of masculine authority over the ultimately futile symbol of the bridge.
“What elevates Kwai to the rank of an artistic and financial triumph for producer Sam Spiegel is the engrossing entertainment it purveys, including some scenes which will be listed as among the best of film memorabilia.” – Variety
The details
What: Bridge on the River Kwai screening
When: Thu 20 Mar 7:00 PM
Where: Arc Cinema, NFSA Acton
Cost: $16 Full / $12 Concession. Tickets available via NFSA.
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