"Before Playing a POW In ‘The Great Escape,’ Donald" Topic
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Tango01  | 06 Nov 2025 1:05 p.m. PST |
… Pleasence Was One In Real Life
"British actor Donald Pleasence became one of the most popular antagonists in television and film, and is probably best known for portraying a prisoner of war (POW) in The Great Escape (1963). He brought his own real-life experiences to the role, as he was actually held as a POW during the Second World War.
Donald Pleasence was born on October 5, 1919 in Worksop, Nottinghamshire. Raised in Grimoldby, Lincolnshire, he received an education at Crosby Junior School and Ecclesfield Grammar School…"
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| Shagnasty | 06 Nov 2025 3:24 p.m. PST |
My admiration for him as an actor is elevated by his patriotism and suffering. |
 Dal Gavan | 06 Nov 2025 3:48 p.m. PST |
I don't know whether it's on the net, but there's an interview with him where he discusses his thoughts on The Great Escape, what life was like in a real Luftstalag as compared to Hollywood's version, and Steve McQueen's character in particular. Not to be watched if you're a big fan of the movie or McQueen. |
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