A British drama; A story about five British soldiers confined to a military prison camp during the Second World War. A sadistic sergeant subjects the inmates to cruel treatment and they seize an opportunity to challenge the system. It deals with themes such as class, race and abuse of power which come under rigorous examination. Sidney Lumet characteristically stimulates the audience from a script which is thought-provoking. A tour de force, a drama which reaches boiling point in the third act with a brilliant performance from its lead, Sean Connery, great support from Harry Andrews, and a fine ensemble.
Review of The Hill
