Cast a Giant Shadow

It is a high-stakes, driving account of duty and conviction amidst intense conflict.

Directed by

Melville Shavelson

Genres

War, Drama

Starring

Kirk Douglas, John Wayne, Senta Berger

Tagline

Outnumbered - unarmed - unprepared - they stunned the world with their incredible victory!

Overview

An American Army officer is recruited by the yet to exist Israel to help them form an army. He is disturbed by this sudden appeal to his Jewish heritage. Each of Israel's Arab neighbors has vowed to invade the poorly prepared country as soon as partition is granted. He is made commander of the Israeli forces just before the war begins.

How it feels

Earnest and tense. Brisk and needs your attention.

About

War, survival, identity, politics

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore and language. No sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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