Kelly’s Heroes (1970) - Brian G. Hutton - Cinematic Flashback Podcast
Description
In this episode of the Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck and co-host Matt Sargent take a look at Kelly’s Heroes (1970), directed by Brian G. Hutton and featuring Clint Eastwood, Telly Savalas, Donald Sutherland, and Don Rickles.
Set during World War II, the film follows a group of soldiers as they embark on a risky mission to retrieve a hidden stash of gold behind enemy lines. Chuck and Matt discuss the film’s mix of war drama and comedy, its ensemble cast, and its unique take on the heist genre.
They also explore how Kelly’s Heroes fits into the war films of its time and whether its humor and themes still hold up today in the Does it still Groove segment.
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Music: 1975 - Josh Kirsch_Media Right Productions
All film clips used are for illustrative purposes under fair use.
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