Based on a true story this movie is very well acted all round from a fine ensemble cast, it is fascinating in its detailed study of an escape attempt from a concentration camp. McQueen is the star that stands out for the iconic scene of him attempting to drive a motorbike through the barbed wire though everyone delivers fine performances which give an air of believability to the film.
 

The film was shot entirely on location in Europe : a complete concentration camp resembling Stalag Luft III was built near Munich, Germany.

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