The Immortals
The Immortals

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The Immortals

1974
Movie
103 min
Romanian

It's the story of a few men that wonder across Europe trying to come home and rebuild what Mihai Viteazul called "Romanian dream".

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Arthur Allan SeidelmanGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Set during World War II, this film follows a group of American POWs who are forced to work in a German uranium mine. They soon discover the horrific reality of their situation and the dangerous materials they are handling. The men must find a way to survive against the odds, facing both the enemy and the hazardous environment.

Critical Reception

The Immortals received a mixed to negative reception from critics upon its release. While some acknowledged the potential of its premise and performances, many found the execution to be flawed, with pacing issues and a lack of emotional depth. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the wartime drama and others finding it uninspired.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to balance its dramatic ambitions with a compelling narrative.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors rising above the material.

  • The wartime setting and POW storyline offer some inherent tension, but it's not fully realized.

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Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel 'The Gods Themselves' by Isaac Asimov, though the movie significantly diverges from the book's science fiction themes, focusing instead on a WWII POW drama.

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