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Never So Few
1959 125 min United States of America 12+
★6.0
War, Drama, Adventure
Director: John Sturges
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Description
A U.S. military troop takes command of a band of Burmese guerillas during World War II.
Starring
Frank Sinatra
Actor
Gina Lollobrigida
Actor
Peter Lawford
Actor
Key opinion
Never So Few is a visually striking war drama that features an impressive ensemble cast, most notably providing a breakout performance for Steve McQueen. However, the film is hampered by an extraneous, poorly developed romance subplot and uneven production values that fluctuate between location-based spectacle and unconvincing studio sets.
| Acting | Steve McQueen commands attention in his breakout role, effectively maximizing his limited screen time. | |
| Screenplay | The romance subplot between Frank Sinatra and Gina Lollobrigida feels forced and unnecessary, significantly dragging down the film's momentum. | |
| Production | Cinematography and location shooting provide a visually striking portrayal of the Burma theater, though these strengths are undermined by obvious and distracting studio-bound sets. | |
| Direction | John Sturges' direction provides generally gripping action, yet the pacing remains episodic and uneven due to the inclusion of the weak romantic narrative. |