The Only Way
The Only Way

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The Only Way

1970
Movie
86 min
English

In April 1940, the armies of Nazi Germany invaded Denmark. The Danish government promised peaceful cooperation on the condition that Denmark's Jews remained free. The Nazis agreed. In October 1943, the agreement was broken... This is the true and magnificent saga of Denmark's valorous actions to save Danish Jews from Nazi extermination at peril of death!

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Desmond DavisGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

During World War II, a young Jewish woman from Poland is desperate to escape the Nazis and make her way to England. Her journey is fraught with peril as she navigates occupied territories and encounters various individuals, some helpful and others dangerous. She must rely on her wits and courage to survive and find a safe haven.

Critical Reception

While 'The Only Way' was intended as a serious drama, its reception was largely lukewarm, with critics pointing to a somewhat melodramatic plot and uneven pacing. However, the film was noted for its earnest portrayal of wartime struggles and the performances of its cast, particularly Jane Merrow.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempt to depict the harsh realities of war and displacement.

  • Criticized for its predictable narrative and occasional melodrama.

  • Jane Merrow's performance was often highlighted as a strong point.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Only Way' is difficult to ascertain due to a lack of widespread discussion and rating data. However, the film appears to be appreciated by those who seek out historical dramas focusing on individual survival during wartime.

Fun Fact

Elizabeth Taylor, who plays a small but significant role as a nurse, was married to Richard Burton at the time of the film's production, though they did not co-star in this specific movie.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

This is quite an interesting depiction of the activities of the Danish underground during their WWII occupation by the Nazis. It centres around the Jewish "Stein" family, and of the attempts by the courageous local population to shelter the...

Masterless

Masterless

Interesting to see a story told from the Jewish Danish perspective of WW2 plus the debut of a young Jane Seymour in her first major film role but this unfortunately must be one of the most boring war drama's ever put to screen. Static camer...

Masterless

Masterless

Interesting to see a story told from the Jewish Danish perspective of WW2 plus the debut of a young Jane Seymour in her first major film role but this unfortunately must be one of the most boring war drama's ever put to screen. Static camer...