The Train (1 Viewer)

[BLReed]

One of the better WWII movies. Remastered on Blu-ray and released 10 June.
Note it's region free. It comes up now and again on TCM or such, but this is a big improvement in quality.
John Frankenheimer’s cracking adventure thriller, The Train (1964), stars the one and only Burt Lancaster as a workaday World War II-era French trainman charged with ensuring that a cargo of irreplaceable French art—the pride and heritage of his nation—is not allowed to leave France, despite the machinations of a Nazi officer (the superb Paul Scofield), determined to steal these great works for Germany. Also starring Jeanne Moreau and Michel Simon, and featuring compelling black-and-white cinematography by Jean Tournier and Walter Wottitz and a thrilling score by Maurice Jarre, The Train is one of the icons of Sixties cinema.

LANGUAGE: English
VIDEO: 1080p High Definition / 1.66:1
AUDIO: English 1.0 DTS-HD MA
SUBTITLES: English SDH
1964 / B & W
133 MINUTES
NOT RATED
REGION FREE

 

[jazzeum]

Definitely a great movie. Seen it several times.

 

[lancer]

Been one of my favorite movies ever since I saw it in the theaters as a kid. What a combination, trains and military action. It doesn't get any better. There are several unforgettable scenes such as the Spitfire strafing scene, the staged train wreck in the town, Lancaster running the hills, and that brilliant ending. In my all-time Top 5. -- Al

 

[BLReed]

Suzanne Flon played Mlle Valland. In The Monuments Men Cate Blanchett played
Claire Simone, based Rose Valland in real life.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rose_Valland

I liked Papa Boule played by Michel Simon

 

[villagehorse]

Thanks for the heads up, just ordered it. One of my favourites, only watched it once again a couple of weeks ago.:salute::, Robin.

 

[uksubs]

Order my copy :salute:ne of my all time fav films ^&cool

 

[Mitch]

Agree brilliant movie
Mitch

 

[Terp152]

As with previous threads, great movie. One of the best. Watched it 5-6 times and never tire of it. Chris

 

[lancer]

Been one of my favorite movies ever since I saw it in the theaters as a kid. What a combination, trains and military action. It doesn't get any better. There are several unforgettable scenes such as the Spitfire strafing scene, the staged train wreck in the town, Lancaster running the hills, and that brilliant ending. In my all-time Top 5. -- Al

As a 12 year old kid sitting in a movie theater, this movie absolutely captivated me and has never really let go. Frankenheimer just did such an excellent job that it is a film that can't be improved on. I love the fact that the film was shot in B/W instead of color. The grittiness of railway life and equipment just wouldn't seem the same in color, IMO. I was, and still am, impressed by Lancaster's acting and athletic abilities. Loved it when he did his stunts such as sliding down the ladder, or jumping on and off the various trains. The three main Germans were also very memorable. Scofield as von Waldheim and Priess as Herren were outstanding and I liked the guy who played the put upon German Sgt., but I don't know who played him. Ultimately, as a 12 year old or one of more advanced years, I was just in love with the beautifully shot images of the trains, combined with a fantastic war story. I never miss this show when I have a chance to see it. -- Al

 

[blaster]

I just watched this terrific movie again (5 stars from me). Then I watched "The Cassandra Crossing (1976)", also starring Burt Lancaster, Richard Harris, Sophia Loren. Not as good as The Train but still watchable (3 stars). There is this trend on youtube which allows one to watch full movies (for free):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1Xo9FPP9B0


Rgds Victor