# Attack (1956)

> A fiercely cynical World War II command drama pits a principled lieutenant against an incompetent officer elevated by connections.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/20147

## Facts

- Runtime: 107 min
- Genres: Drama, War
- Director: Robert Aldrich
- Cast: Jack Palance, Eddie Albert, Lee Marvin, Robert Strauss, Richard Jaeckel, Buddy Ebsen, Strother Martin, Jon Shepodd
- TMDB rating: 6.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0048966/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: cynical, tense, harrowing, classic war movie night, serious film discussion

## Synopsis

A gripping tale of betrayal and revenge unfolds as soldiers face the chaos of war.

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