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Cast a Giant Shadow (1966) 6.2
An American Army officer is recruited by the yet to exist Israel to help them form an army. He is disturbed by this sudden appeal to his jewish roots. Each of Israel's Arab neighbors has ... See full summary » Director:Melville Shavelson |
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Col. David 'Mickey' Marcus
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Magda Simon
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| Angie Dickinson | ... |
Emma Marcus
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| James Donald | ... |
Maj. Safir
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| Stathis Giallelis | ... |
Ram Oren
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Luther Adler | ... |
Jacob Zion
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| Topol | ... |
Abou Ibn Kader
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Mrs. Chaison
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| Gordon Jackson | ... |
James MacAfee
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British Ambassador
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Allan Cuthbertson | ... |
Immigration Officer
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Senior British Officer
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Sean Barrett | ... |
Junior British Officer
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Michael Shillo | ... |
Andre Simon
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Rina Ganor | ... |
Rona
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An American Army officer is recruited by the yet to exist Israel to help them form an army. He is disturbed by this sudden appeal to his jewish roots. Each of Israel's Arab neighbors has vowed to invade the poorly prepared country as soon as partition is granted. He is made commander of the Israeli forces just before the war begins. Written by John Vogel <jlvogel@comcast.net>
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Outnumbered - unarmed - unprepared - they stunned the world with their incredible victory! See more »Parents Guide:
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30 March 1966 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Der Schatten des Giganten See more »Company Credits
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2.35 : 1
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Though not really trivia, it is there for all who view it to see, this film's opening prologue states: "The major events in this film actually happened. Some of them are still happening. The major characters actually lived. Many of them are still living. Although it was not easy." At the time of release, this statement was probably the case. See more »Goofs
Colonel Marcus and Magda are riding in an American convertible near the middle of the film. It is not a car prior to 1948; it is a 1954 Pontiac Star Chief convertible. See more »Quotes
Abou Ibn Kader: Who is this idiot? If one of my men talked to me like that, I would draw my knife and turn him into a eunuch.See more »
After service in World War II, assimilated Jewish-American lawyer Kirk Douglas (as David "Mickey" Marcus), is offered a dangerous assignment in Palestine. There, Allied victors and the United Nations are supporting the formation of Israel through partition. Arriving, Mr. Douglas finds himself on the ground floor of what will dominate the remainder of 20th century in ways they couldn't have imagined in 1966 - the Arab/Israeli conflict. Reluctantly, Douglas finds himself leading the charge…
"Cast a Giant Shadow" is well-named. First, it begins with giant shadow-casting footage of three larger-than-life figures - Winston Churchill, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Joseph Stalin (at Yalta). Second, it features "special appearances" by giant shadow-casters who normally star in features - Frank Sinatra, Yul Brynner, and John Wayne (as the General). Third, you have sexy shadow-casting Senta Berger (as Magda Simon), who helps Douglas get over still smokin' wife Angie Dickinson (at home).
This film is what you'd expect, considering the politics and time. Douglas is always a strength; his performance holds the film together through some tough times, and his varied selection of projects is appreciated. A couple of the big name supporting players, once you get over the initial distraction, present real characterizations. Director Melville Shavelson and cinematographer Aldo Tonti make attractive use of the locations. The real story is Douglas juggling Ms. Berger and Ms. Dickinson, not war.
***** Cast a Giant Shadow (3/30/66) Melville Shavelson ~ Kirk Douglas, Senta Berger, Stathis Giallelis, John Wayne