King Rat (1965)
King Rat (1965) is a gripping war drama directed by Bryan Forbes. Based on the novel by James Clavell, the film stars George Segal as Corporal King, a savvy American prisoner of war in a Japanese internment camp during World War II . The story explores King’s survival tactics and his manipulation of fellow prisoners to gain resources and power within the camp’s harsh environment. King Rat is noted for its intense portrayal of life in a POW camp, its exploration of human nature under extreme conditions, and the complex relationships between characters . The film is praised for its strong performances, particularly by Segal, and its unflinching look at the struggles and ethical dilemmas faced by prisoners of war .
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