The Night of the Generals
A German intelligence officer investigates a prostitute's killing in Warsaw during World War II. He lands on three major Nazi generals as suspects, two of whom are also involved in a plot to kill Adolf Hitler.
Critics Sentiment
Second prostitute killed brutally by same method in Paris
Kurt Hartmann begins relationship with Ulrike von Seidlitz Gabler
The film jumps from its lowest point during the romantic subplot to its peak with the second murder scene, showcasing O'Toole's chilling performance.
Reviews reveal a film that succeeds primarily through exceptional performances, particularly Peter O'Toole's restrained yet menacing portrayal of General Tanz and Omar Sharif's determined investigator. Critics consistently praise the wartime atmosphere and murder mystery elements while finding the multiple subplots somewhat unwieldy, with the romantic storyline receiving particular criticism. The consensus suggests a compelling thriller elevated by strong acting despite structural weaknesses.
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Peter O'Toole
General Tanz
Omar Sharif
Major Grau
Tom Courtenay
Corporal Hartmann
Donald Pleasence
General Kahlenberge
Joanna Pettet
Ulrike
Philippe Noiret
Inspector Morand
Charles Gray
General von Seidlitz-Gabler
Coral Browne
Eleanore von Seidlitz-Gabler
John Gregson
Colonel Sandauer
Nigel Stock
Otto
Juliette Gréco
Juliette
Yves Brainville
Liesowski
Raymond Gérôme
Colonel
Nicole Courcel
Raymonde
Véronique Vendell
Monique
Charles Millot
Wionczek
Patrick Allen
Colonel Mannheim
Gordon Jackson
Captain Engel
Christopher Plummer
Field Marshal Rommel
Sacha Pitoëff
Doctor
Crew
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