The Secret War of Harry Frigg

The Secret War of Harry Frigg

1968 · 110 min · EN · 6.2 (25 votes)
Dir. Jack Smight · Starring Paul Newman, Sylva Koscina, Andrew Duggan, Tom Bosley, John Williams, Charles Gray · Music Carlo Rustichelli

It's not who you con. It's how you do it.

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When 5 allied generals are captured in Italy in WWII, it is a propaganda nightmare for the allies. The generals are all 1 star and refuse to take orders from each other in order to plan an escape. Harry Frigg is a private who has escaped from the guard house dozens of times. He is promoted to Major General and ordered to get the generals out once he is captured. Harry is willing to escape, but then he meets the countess...

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A breezy, charming wartime comedy with a dash of romance. It's a lighthearted romp through Italy, filled with witty banter and a playful jab at military hierarchy. Perfect for a relaxed viewing.

wittycharminglightheartedsatiricalsteadyclassic Hollywoodscrewball comedywartime rompabsurditydeceptionromancemilitary satire
villaitalyworld war iiprisoner of warcountess
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