From Here to Eternity (1953) movie poster

From Here to Eternity (1953)

"The boldest book of our time… honestly, fearlessly on the screen!"
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 81%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 86% (RT: 88%, MC: 85) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 58m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (695 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
88%
Metacritic
85
Cast
Burt Lancaster as 1st Sgt. Milton Warden
Montgomery Clift as Pvt. Robert E. Lee 'Prew' Prewitt
Deborah Kerr as Karen Holmes
Donna Reed as Alma 'Lorene' Burke
Frank Sinatra as Pvt. Angelo Maggio
Philip Ober as Capt. Dana Holmes
Mickey Shaughnessy as Cpl. Leva
Harry Bellaver as Pvt. Mazzioli
Most people think so. 81% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 695 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 86%.
Overview
In 1941 Hawaii, a private is cruelly punished for not boxing on his unit's team, while his captain's wife and second in command are falling in love. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • Burt Lancaster spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

From Here to Eternity is a 1953 war, romance, drama film directed by Fred Zinnemann. In 1941 Hawaii, a private is cruelly punished for not boxing on his unit's team, while his captain's wife and second in command are falling in love. The film has been rated by 695 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a war film, From Here to Eternity delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. From Here to Eternity (1953) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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