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The Steel Claw

1961 · 96 min Drama War
4.7 / 10 · TMDB

A Marine stationed in the Philippines loses a hand in an accident and is discharged from the Corps. When the Japanese invade the Philippines, he is called back into service to rescue a general held by Filipino guerrillas behind Japanese lines. Attaching a steel prosthetic in place of his missing hand, he and his men set out on the mission, which turns out to be not quite what he was told it was.

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Year 1961
Country United States of America
Genre Drama, War
Director George Montgomery
Runtime 96 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.7/10 (7 votes)

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The film constructs a classic war narrative, relying on the contrast between the protagonist's physical disability and his inner fortitude. It explores themes of duty and personal vengeance within the chaotic framework of jungle warfare, using the environment as a relentless testing ground.

What lingers after the mission's twists is a sobering reflection on the cost of obedience and the raw will to survive against all odds. Those who tire of simplistic heroism will find a gritty, uncompromising core here. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: George Montgomery

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Watch as an evening adventure drama about resilience. Ideal for fans of gritty war stories.

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