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The Best of Enemies

  • 19611961
  • ApprovedApproved
  • 1h 44m
IMDb RATING
6.7/10
686
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The Best of Enemies (1961)
  • Adventure
  • Comedy
  • War
In 1941 during the desert war in Abyssinia the Italian captain Blasi and the British major Richardson alternate between being bitter enemies or best friends depending on the circumstances.In 1941 during the desert war in Abyssinia the Italian captain Blasi and the British major Richardson alternate between being bitter enemies or best friends depending on the circumstances.In 1941 during the desert war in Abyssinia the Italian captain Blasi and the British major Richardson alternate between being bitter enemies or best friends depending on the circumstances.
IMDb RATING
6.7/10
686
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Guy Hamilton
  • Writers
    • Suso Cecchi D'Amico(adapted by)
    • Agenore Incrocci(adapted by)
    • Jack Pulman(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • David Niven
    • Alberto Sordi
    • Amedeo Nazzari
Top credits
  • Director
    • Guy Hamilton
  • Writers
    • Suso Cecchi D'Amico(adapted by)
    • Agenore Incrocci(adapted by)
    • Jack Pulman(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • David Niven
    • Alberto Sordi
    • Amedeo Nazzari
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    • 20User reviews
    • 1Critic review
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    • Nominated for 2 BAFTA Awards
      • 6 nominations total

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    The Best of Enemies (1961)
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    David Niven, Harry Andrews, and Michael Wilding in The Best of Enemies (1961)
    Alberto Sordi in The Best of Enemies (1961)
    David Niven and Harry Andrews in The Best of Enemies (1961)
    David Niven and Alberto Sordi in The Best of Enemies (1961)
    Alberto Sordi in The Best of Enemies (1961)
    David Niven in The Best of Enemies (1961)
    David Niven and Harry Andrews in The Best of Enemies (1961)
    David Niven and Harry Andrews in The Best of Enemies (1961)
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    David Niven
    David Niven
    • Maj. Richardsonas Maj. Richardson
    Alberto Sordi
    Alberto Sordi
    • Capt. Blasias Capt. Blasi
    Amedeo Nazzari
    Amedeo Nazzari
    • Maj. Fornarias Maj. Fornari
    Michael Wilding
    Michael Wilding
    • Lt. Burkeas Lt. Burke
    Harry Andrews
    Harry Andrews
    • Capt. Rootesas Capt. Rootes
    David Opatoshu
    David Opatoshu
    • Bernasconias Bernasconi
    Aldo Giuffrè
    Aldo Giuffrè
    • Sgt. Todinias Sgt. Todini
    Tiberio Mitri
    • Pvt. Mocciaas Pvt. Moccia
    Alessandro Ninchi
    • Sub. Lt. Del Praas Sub. Lt. Del Pra
    Pietro Marascalchi
    • Cpl. Bortolinias Cpl. Bortolini
    Bruno Cattaneo
    • Pvt. Mattoneas Pvt. Mattone
    Giuseppe Fazio
    • Sgt. Spadonias Sgt. Spadoni
    Ignazio Dolce
    Ignazio Dolce
    • Sentinelas Sentinel
    Ronald Fraser
    Ronald Fraser
    • Perfectas Perfect
    Duncan Macrae
    Duncan Macrae
    • Sgt. Trevethanas Sgt. Trevethan
    Bernard Cribbins
    Bernard Cribbins
    • Col. Brownlowas Col. Brownlow
    Michael Trubshawe
    Michael Trubshawe
    • Col. Brownhowas Col. Brownhow
    Robert Desmond
    • Pvt. Singeras Pvt. Singer
    • Director
      • Guy Hamilton
    • Writers
      • Suso Cecchi D'Amico(adapted by)
      • Agenore Incrocci(adapted by)
      • Jack Pulman(screenplay)
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    • Trivia
      Film debut of Noel Harrison.

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    7/10
    A gentle comedy, anti-war film and buddy movie, all in one.
    Alberto Sordi is brilliant and David Niven his subtle and reserved foil in this unusual film. It is an ultimately uplifting tale of warriors doing their duty despite wanting to avoid battle. It is the story of their comic interactions, told in a way that highlights how war, as experienced on the ground, can sometimes be absurd and confusing. And it is ultimately a deeply humane, quixotic, gentle and understated film.
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    • Release date
      • August 6, 1962 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • Italy
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Liebenswerte Gegner
    • Filming locations
      • Israel
    • Production company
      • Dino de Laurentiis Cinematografica
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      1 hour 44 minutes

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