While this film is loaded with historical inaccuracies it nonetheless remains a great motion picture. Many fine performances and the dual story line make it the picture that it is. However don't view it for historic purposes. The true story of the bridge and railway built by POW's is more brutal and horrifying than what is presented here. The History Channel has an excellent presentation about the actual story. By all means watch this film but don't pass up learning the real story.
Review of The Bridge on the River Kwai
