The Fifth Column

During the Spanish Civil War, an American engineer is recruited by the Republicans to help sabotage a bridge. He finds himself caught between his mission and his growing distrust of his handlers. The film explores themes of espionage, betrayal, and the moral complexities of war.

The film was met with mixed to negative reviews upon its release, with critics often citing a convoluted plot and uneven pacing. However, some appreciated its attempt at a complex war thriller.

• The film struggles with a confusing narrative.
• Performances are adequate but do not elevate the material.
• The wartime setting and espionage elements are present but underdeveloped.

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Despite its release in 1960, the film was based on a 1940 play of the same name by Ernest Hemingway, which was adapted into a screenplay by Franklin Coen.