The Great Escape Review at RKO Iowa Theater
A vivid 1963 release praised for its taut pacing strong cast led by Steve McQueen James Garner and Richard Attenborough. The true story of a dramatic World War II escape features three tunnels bold stunts and authentic detailing with notable performances and direction.
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Steve McQueen
James Garner
Richard Attenborough
James Donald
Charles Bronson
Donald Pleasence
James Coburn
United Artists
Rko-Iowa
Britain
Big X
John Sturges
James Clavell
W. R. Burnett
Steve James
Richard McQueen
Garner Attenborough
Rex Bell Jr Turns To Acting Amid Hollywood Spotlight
Hedda Hopper reports Rex Bell Jr son of Clara Bow and Rex Bell, after a varied career from cattle roping to chemistry, now pursues acting. He impressed with manners and a clear drive, saying he would give his best if accepted, while his family’s acting legacy looms large.
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Hollywood
Clara Bow
Mrs. Hush
Rex Bell
Clara
Rex Bell, Jr
Robert Walker, Jr
Peter and
Jane Fonda
Pat Wayne
Danny Milland
Jack Linkletter
Tony Perkins
Rex
Reno
Las Vegas
George
Notre Dame
U.S.C
San Francisco
Olympic Club
University of Nevada
Theater schedules feature Kong vs Godzilla and more
The listings show Paramount presenting King Kong versus Godzilla with multiple daily showings and shorts. RKO Iowa presents The Great Escape along with shorts. World screens Lawrence of Arabia and a lineup including In the Cool of the Day and Chasing the Sun. Marion shows Up Periscope and Black Gold. C.R. Drive-In offers PT 109 and Trouble with Harry. Twixt Town schedules My Six Loves Gun Glory and Mystery Submarine.
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Paramount
Rko-Iowa
Lawrence of Arabia
Marion
C.R
Fonda and Finch Star in In the Cool of the Day Triangle Tale
Jane Fonda stars with Peter Finch and Angela Lansbury in In the Cool of the Day a color MGM drama set largely in Europe and Greece. The plot centers on an overprotected wife and another woman in a doomed romance amid a sentimental tale with Arthur Hill Constance Cummings and Alexander Knox in supporting roles.
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Jane Fonda
Finch
Peter Finch
Angela Sainsbury
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Times Theater
Henry Fonda
Angela Lansbury
Basil
Susan Ertz
Miss Fonda
Miss Lansbury
Arthur Hill
Constance Cummings
Alexander Knox
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