The Great Escape

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In a high-stakes game of wits, a band of allied POWs orchestrates an elaborate plan to outsmart their captors, dig tunnels, and steal freedom under the watchful eyes of the enemy, proving that hope and determination can break any chains.

The Great Escape Trivia

What year was the film "The Great Escape" released? (Genius)
#1: 1960
#2: 1963
#3: 1965
#4: 1967
What was the name of the character played by Steve McQueen in "The Great Escape"? (Genius)
#1: Danny
#2: Virgil
#3: Hilts
#4: Robinson
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The Great Escape Fun Facts

The Great Escape, a 1963 film, featured Steve McQueen's iconic motorcycle chase, which was performed without a helmet to emphasize his character's rebellious spirit, and the jump over the fence was filmed using a different stunt double due to McQueen's limited motorcycle skills.
The Great Escape was inspired by a real-life mass escape of Allied POWs from Stalag Luft III during World War II, where 76 men broke out from the camp, although only three managed to evade capture successfully.

The Great Escape Polls

What is your favorite aspect of The Great Escape?
The thrilling escape plan
The character development
The historical context
The cinematography
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What is your favorite character from The Great Escape?
Major Roger Bartlett
Captain Virgil Hilts
Lieutenant Commander Shears
Flight Lieutenant Jamie Whittaker
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