# The Young Lions (1958)

> Three soldiers on opposing sides of World War II confront prejudice, cowardice, and the collapse of moral certainty.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/25952

## Facts

- Runtime: 167 min
- Genres: War, Drama, Action
- Director: Edward Dmytryk
- Cast: Marlon Brando, Montgomery Clift, Dean Martin, Hope Lange, Barbara Rush, May Britt, Maximilian Schell, Dora Doll
- TMDB rating: 6.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0052415/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: somber, conflicted, serious, classic film night, historical drama viewing

## Synopsis

Three soldiers navigate the harrowing realities of war, facing their own personal battles amid the chaos.

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