I saw The Bridge on the River Kwai on cable yesterday, and liked it so much that I watched it again a few hours later. However, it was by no means infallible, and had themes, characters and sections which simply did not work. Holden's portrayal was ridiculous- surely inspired by the films financiers who wanted to portray Americans as inexplicably 'cooler' and more easy-going than others. What possible other reason could there be for him receiving top billing over the great Alec Guinness (who's performance as the flawed Nicholson was one of the best performances in cinematic history).
Review of The Bridge on the River Kwai
