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A
Excellent
MASTER SCORE 83.0 / 100
1956·Action / Drama / War·1h 47m

ATTACK

“It rips open the hot Hell behind the glory!”

Battle of the Bulge, World War II, 1944. Lieutenant Costa, an infantry company officer who must establish artillery observation posts in a strategic area, has serious doubts about Captain Cooney's leadership ability.

Above the Line
Robert Aldrich·DirectorJames Poe·ScreenplayJoseph F. Biroc·Director of PhotographyFrank De Vol·Original Music ComposerMichael Luciano·Editor
Cast
Jack Palance·Joe CostaEddie Albert·Erskine CooneyLee Marvin·Clyde BartlettRobert Strauss·BernsteinRichard Jaeckel·SnowdenBuddy Ebsen·TolliverStrother Martin·IngersolJon Shepodd·John JacksonPeter van Eyck·SS CaptainSteven Geray·Otto
Full Crew
(7 credits)
Directing· 1
Robert Aldrich·Director
Writing· 1
James Poe·Screenplay
Camera· 1
Joseph F. Biroc·Director of Photography
Editing· 1
Michael Luciano·Editor
Sound & Music· 1
Frank De Vol·Original Music Composer
Production· 2
Walter Blake·ProducerRobert Aldrich·Producer
By the Numbers
83.0
OF 100
Master Score
7.4
OF 10
IMDb
100%
CRITICS
Rotten Tomatoes
—
Worldwide Gross
0
Oscar Wins
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THE VISUAL DECONSTRUCTION

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Dominant Palette
3 colors
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Mood
Intense, Action Packed
Composition
Centered
Era
2010s
Visual Style
Photographic

“A man with dark hair and a beard, wearing a tactical vest and dark clothing, is depicted in a dynamic pose, screaming with blood or dirt on his face. He holds a”

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Key Elements
RiflePistolMuzzle FlashTactical VestHelicopterDigital Interface Elements
Atmosphere
Gritty, Cold, Vibrant
Color Mood
Cool
Setting
Urban
Design Score
8/10
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