A World War II adventure involving a group of Allied P.O.W.s, Nazis, black market priceless art treasures, Greek resistance, a Greek monastery, and a secret German rocket base.A World War II adventure involving a group of Allied P.O.W.s, Nazis, black market priceless art treasures, Greek resistance, a Greek monastery, and a secret German rocket base.A World War II adventure involving a group of Allied P.O.W.s, Nazis, black market priceless art treasures, Greek resistance, a Greek monastery, and a secret German rocket base.
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- TriviaDespite misgivings about the poor quality of the script, several of the cast members were still enticed to appear in the film due to the prospect of spending three months filming in scenic parts of Greece. As Roger Moore put it, "Even if the film turned out to be a flop, I still got to spend several weeks with my family enjoying the glorious Greek sunshine in the splendid company of David Niven and nights on the town with Telly Savalas".
- GoofsA control room could not survive with an open window immediately behind a launching rocket.
- Crazy creditsOpening credits: Somewhere in the Greek Islands 1944
- Alternate versionsWhen originally released theatrically in the UK, the BBFC made cuts to secure a 'A' rating. All cuts were waived in 1986 when the film was granted a 'PG' certificate for home video.
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A group of Allied Prisoners of War on a Greek island plan to escape, but not before they've lifted some valuable treasures.
Wow, this was quite something, a mix of Stalag 17, James Bond and Kojac, I truly had no idea what to expect with this film, I didn't quite expect it to play out as it did.
I understand why it has such a low score, it's hardly one thing or the other, it's an action packed, comedy caper, it looks sublime, but at times the content really is hollow.
There are some imaginative ideas, and it's hard not the enjoy the idea of a team of allies fighting The Nazis on a Greek island, but the ending lost me a little, it does take a pretty wild turn.
The major positive has to be the film's appearance, the camera work is fantastic, those sweeping panoramic scenes look great. Plenty of explosions throughout to keep you entertained.
I liked the music, you'll hear several well known melodies that you can sing along to.
I thought David Niven, Stefanie Powers and Elliot Gould were all good value. Roger Moore's German accent......Cafe Rene, he should have done a stint on Allo Allo, it would have fitted in well.
I thought it was better than its reputation would suggest, just be mindful to manage your expectations.
7/10.
Wow, this was quite something, a mix of Stalag 17, James Bond and Kojac, I truly had no idea what to expect with this film, I didn't quite expect it to play out as it did.
I understand why it has such a low score, it's hardly one thing or the other, it's an action packed, comedy caper, it looks sublime, but at times the content really is hollow.
There are some imaginative ideas, and it's hard not the enjoy the idea of a team of allies fighting The Nazis on a Greek island, but the ending lost me a little, it does take a pretty wild turn.
The major positive has to be the film's appearance, the camera work is fantastic, those sweeping panoramic scenes look great. Plenty of explosions throughout to keep you entertained.
I liked the music, you'll hear several well known melodies that you can sing along to.
I thought David Niven, Stefanie Powers and Elliot Gould were all good value. Roger Moore's German accent......Cafe Rene, he should have done a stint on Allo Allo, it would have fitted in well.
I thought it was better than its reputation would suggest, just be mindful to manage your expectations.
7/10.
- Sleepin_Dragon
- Jul 12, 2023
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- Flucht nach Athena
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- Platia Evreon Martiron, Rhodes city, Rhodes, Greece(square with brothel)
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