About this title: Harry Brown's honest, unsentimental WW2 novel A Walk in the Sun has been effectively adapted for the screen by Robert Rossen. Dana Andrews stars as Sgt. Tyne, a platoon squad leader in Italy who ends up assuming command of his platoon after a series of deaths. As they prepare to attack an isolated Nazi-held farmhouse, each of the infantymen reveals his true character as he dwells upon his background and contemplates the job at hand. The film's effectiveness lies in the non-cliched characterizations by a carefully chosen all-male cast. Huntz Hall of "East Side Kids" fame is particularly good ...
read more
Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is described below.
Description: Brand New 6. The setting is WWII Italy, with Dana Andrews starring as Sgt. Tyne, one of the officers leading a platoon in an attempt to take a farmhouse in the Italian countryside, which is now a German stronghold. As the troops prepare to attack, they contemplate the lives that have led them to this place and think about how to most effectively do their jobs. The men repeat their mantra, hoping it will be a talisman: "Nobody dies. " This WWII film was the first to use a ballad as a thematic ... read more
Format: DVD
Studio: Miracle Pictures
Date: 04/04/1970
UPC:090328903725
Description: Dana Andrews; Lloyd Bridges; John Ireland. Very Good. Run time: 117. FAST FIRST CLASS MAIL SHIPPING ***** VERY GOOD CONDITION, bright and shiny. There may be a few visible cosmetic flaws or minor surface scuffs from handling, but no scratches or notable play wear. Case has very light or not at all shelf wear **** ***** FREE FIRST CLASS SHIPPING UPGRADE ON ALL SINGLE CD AND DVD ***** GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE ***** TOLL FREE NUMBER ***** YOU MUST BE SATISFIED OR YOU WILL GET FULL REFUND ***** read more
Description: Brand New 6. The setting is WWII Italy, with Dana Andrews starring as Sgt. Tyne, one of the officers leading a platoon in an attempt to take a farmhouse in the Italian countryside, which is now a German stronghold. As the troops prepare to attack, they contemplate the lives that have led them to this place and think about how to most effectively do their jobs. The men repeat their mantra, hoping it will be a talisman: "Nobody dies. " This WWII film was the first to use a ballad as a thematic ... read more
Description: Dana Andrews, Richard Conte, George Tyne, John Ireland, Lloyd Bridges, Sterling Holloway, Herbert Rudley, Huntz Hall, Matt... New in new packaging. 1945 Run time: 117. Realistic war film explores the fears and weaknesses of a group of WWII infantrymen from the time they land in Italy until they capture their target, a farmhouse occupied by German troops. Producer/Director Lewis Milestone also made the war masterpiece, "All Quiet on the Western Front". Written by Robert Rossen and Harry Brown, ... read more
Format: VHS Tape
Studio: Madacy Records
Date: 1997-09-22
UPC:056775612733
Description: Like New. Bought new-viewed once. Exactly as shown (view my customer provided image). From Private Collection. Pristine Condition. Thanks! read more
Description: Brand New 6. The setting is WWII Italy, with Dana Andrews starring as Sgt. Tyne, one of the officers leading a platoon in an attempt to take a farmhouse in the Italian countryside, which is now a German stronghold. As the troops prepare to attack, they contemplate the lives that have led them to this place and think about how to most effectively do their jobs. The men repeat their mantra, hoping it will be a talisman: "Nobody dies. " This WWII film was the first to use a ballad as a thematic ... read more
Format: VHS
Studio: 20th
Date: September 22, 1997
UPC:056775612733
Description: Dana Andrews, Richard Conte, John Ireland, George Tyne, Norman Lloyd, Lloyd Bridges, Sterling Holloway. Good in good packaging. Originally released: 1945. Language: English. Run time: 117 mins. The Hollywood Classics Version in BW. NTSC read more
Format: DVD
Screen format: Full Screen
Studio: Madacy
Date: June 30, 1998
UPC:056775006594
Description: Dana Andrews, Richard Conte, John Ireland, George Tyne, Norman Lloyd, Lloyd Bridges, Sterling Holloway. New in fine packaging. Language: English. Run time: 117 mins. Aspect ratio: 1.33: 1. Originally released: 1945. Still sealed: cd+ 11/09 read more
Format: DVD
Screen format: Full Screen
Studio: 20th
Date: 2003
UPC:011891970198
Description: Dana Andrews; Richard Conte; John Ireland; George Tyne; Norman Lloyd; Lloyd Bridges; Sterling Holloway. New. Run time: 117 mins. Language: English. read more
Description: Dana Andrews, Richard Conte, Lloyd Bridges, John Ireland, Sterling Holloway, Huntz Hall. Very good in good packaging. 1945 Run time: 117. read more
Format: DVD
Screen format: Full Screen
Studio: 20th
Date: 2009
UPC:089859060625
Description: Dana Andrews; Richard Conte; John Ireland; George Tyne; Norman Lloyd; Lloyd Bridges; Sterling Holloway. New. Run time: 117 mins. Language: English. read more
Description: BRAND NEW. 1945 film directed by Lewis Milestone, Dana Andrews is the reluctant commander who leads his men into bloody combat in one of the greatest war films ever. Starring Dana Andrews, John Ireland and Lloyd Bridges. B&W. Alpha Video. 2002. Attributes: BLACK & WHITE. read more
We guarantee every item's condition, as described on Alibris. If you are not satisfied that an item is as described, return your purchase for a refund.
Portions of content provided by All Music Guide or All Movie Guide. © 2009 All Media Guide, LLC. All Music Guide and All Movie Guide are registered Trademarks of All Media Guide, LLC.