Captured British soldiers are forced to build a bridge in the jungles of Southeast Asia by the Japanese.

Acclaimed classic war movie. But The Bridge on the River Kwai is more than just a good war movie, it is as least loosely based on actual events and becomes an inspirational human drama. Wonderful performances from all the principal characters make this film a true landmark in Hollywood history. Especially impressive is Alec Guinness as a stubborn British coronal. Also features the most famous whistle in movie history.

Winner of Seven Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Actor (Alec Guiness), Best Cinematography & Best Director.

Directed by David Lean.