Home
search
more | tips
IMDb > Battle at Bloody Beach (1961)

Battle at Bloody Beach (1961) More at IMDbPro »

Photos (see all 1 | slideshow)

Overview

User Rating:
5.4/10   124 votes
MOVIEmeter: ?
Down 1% in popularity this week. See rank & trends on IMDbPro.
Director:
Herbert Coleman
Writers:
Richard Maibaum (screenplay)
Richard Maibaum (story)
more
Contact:
View company contact information for Battle at Bloody Beach on IMDbPro.
Release Date:
June 1961 (USA) more
Genre:
Drama | War more
Plot:
This is only the second Audie Murphy movie set in WWII after his autobiographical "To Hell and Back."... more | add synopsis
User Comments:
Those With Reasonable Expectations Will Be Entertained more

Cast

  (Cast overview, first billed only)
Audie Murphy ... Craig Benson
Gary Crosby ... Marty Sackler

Dolores Michaels ... Ruth Benson
Alejandro Rey ... Julio Fontana
Marjorie Stapp ... Caroline Pelham
Barry Atwater ... Pelham
E.J. André ... Dr. Van Bart
Dale Ishimoto ... Blanco
Lillian Bronson ... Delia Ellis
Miriam Colon ... Nahni
Pilar Seurat ... Camota
William Mims ... M'Keever
Ivan Dixon ... Tiger Blair
Sara Anderson ... Mrs. Thompson
Kevin Brodie ... Timmy Thompson
more
Create a character page for: ?

Additional Details

Also Known As:
Battle on the Beach (UK)
more
Runtime:
83 min
Country:
USA
Language:
English
Aspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Mono

FAQ

This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.
9 out of 10 people found the following comment useful:-
Those With Reasonable Expectations Will Be Entertained, 18 September 2006
5/10
Author: ashew from United States

This movie gets beaten up on quite a bit by critics, so my expectations were as low as they could be before watching...perhaps that is why I was so surprised to find some nice moments in this film.

There is no question that this could never be considered a war classic, but to dismiss it outright simply by its reputation, or ones pre-conceived notions, is to do oneself a disservice. For being a low budget movie, there was some nice location shooting, quality set design, decent special effects (for the time), and good quality stock footage. There is some poor editing here and there, and a few technical goofs in the film, but, that aside, I must say that I found the direction to be quite good, overall, for a drive-in movie...and the score was nicely done, as well.

With only one or two exceptions, the cast was very competent, with Audie Murphy and Gary Crosby doing a nice job, as well as a few enjoyable performances supporting them. The plot had great potential, but the script was poorly written and we didn't get to spend enough time with the people we are supposed to care about. Dolores Michaels is gorgeous, so we can understand why Audie Murphy and Alejandro Rey would both be attracted to her, but she has no real chemistry with either man, so it is hard to get swept up in the love triangle. The characters are written to be very one-dimensional, so the plot points and drama never get a chance to make an impact.

The feeling I got at the end of watching this film was that all of the elements were there for a good movie, but it just missed. That being said, I give it a 5 out of 10 for the enjoyment of watching Audie Murphy, as well as a few nice acting and directorial moments. Prepare yourself for a 1960s drive-in movie level of quality, and you will find moments to enjoy throughout.

Was the above comment useful to you?
more

Message Boards

Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for Battle at Bloody Beach (1961)

Recommendations

If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
- - - - -
The Fighting Seabees A Nation Is Born Gone with the Wind Somewhere I'll Find You The Thin Red Line
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
Show more recommendations

Related Links

Full cast and crew Company credits IMDb Drama section
IMDb USA section Add this title to MyMovies

You may report errors and omissions on this page to the IMDb database managers. They will be examined and if approved will be included in a future update. Clicking the 'Update' button will take you through a step-by-step process.