Commandos
Sgt. Sullivan puts together a group of Italian-Americans into disguise as Italian soldiers in order to infiltrate a North African camp held by the Italians. After the soldiers have knifed the Italians in their beds, they find a hooker living at the camp. Sullivan's commandos are to hold this camp and its weaponry until an American battalion arrives, all the while these Italian-Americans pretend to be Italian soldiers, often hosting the enemy. Lt. Valli is a young, "green," by-the-book officer who constantly argues with Sgt. Sullivan, who tells his superior that he has no idea what he is doing. One man on the base, probably a touch from Argento, is an entomologist who is needlessly killed. Things go terribly wrong after that.
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Plot Summary
During World War II, a group of Allied commandos, including a tough American sergeant and a British officer, are tasked with a dangerous mission behind enemy lines. They must infiltrate an Italian-held island to sabotage crucial enemy installations. Facing treacherous terrain and constant enemy patrols, the commandos must rely on their training and each other to survive and complete their objective.
Critical Reception
Commandos received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its action sequences and the performance of Lee Van Cleef, while others found the plot to be somewhat derivative and the pacing uneven. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating its war film elements and straightforward storytelling.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its action-packed sequences and gritty portrayal of wartime combat.
- Lee Van Cleef's stoic performance was a highlight for many viewers.
- Some found the plot predictable and lacking in deeper character development.
Google audience: Google user reviews are not widely available for this film, but it is generally appreciated by fans of classic war movies for its engaging combat scenes and straightforward narrative.
Fun Fact
Despite being an Italian production, "Commandos" was filmed primarily in Yugoslavia, utilizing its landscapes to stand in for Mediterranean islands.
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