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Five Cartridges
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Five Cartridges

1960 · 90 min War Drama
7.6 / 10 · TMDB

It is the year 1936 and the Spanish Civil War is raging. When the German commander of an international brigade is badly wounded he gives his five comrades a message which he divides up and secretes into in five cartridges. All five shells must reach the battalion in order for the message to be relayed. But Frenchman Pierre can’t bear the heat of the Sierra. When he leaves their hide-out to drink from a well he is hit by an enemy bullet.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

Five Cartridges is a very strong film rated 7.6/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A classic from 1960. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Erwin Geschonneck

Erwin Geschonneck

Kommissar Witting

Ulrich Thein

Ulrich Thein

Wasja der Russe

Edwin Marian

Edwin Marian

Jose der Spanier

Ernst-Georg Schwill

Ernst-Georg Schwill

Willi der Deutsche

Armin Mueller-Stahl

Armin Mueller-Stahl

Pierre, der Franzose

Manfred Krug

Manfred Krug

Oleg der Pole

Günter Naumann

Günter Naumann

Dimitri der Bulgare

Fritz Diez

Fritz Diez

Major Balanos

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Johannes Maus

Karl

Jochen Diestelmann

Jochen Diestelmann

Jerri

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