“The Bridge on the River Kwai” (1957) is a World War II drama centered on British prisoners of war forced to build a railway bridge in Burma for their Japanese captors. I also see the bridge itself as a symbol of both the madness and determination of the characters, particularly Colonel Nicholson, who becomes obsessed with completing it. The film's climax is basically the bridge’s destruction, symbolizing the collapse of these illusions. If you’ve never seen this masterpiece - do yourself a favo

Mitch Miller - March From The River Kwai And Colonel Bogey (1957) "March from The River Kwai and Colonel Bogey," masterfully produced by Mitch Miller, combines Lieutenant F.J. Ricketts's "Colonel Bogey March" (1914) with Malcolm Arnold's composition for the 1957 film "The Bridge on the River Kwai." This medley, under Miller's direction, transcended its military march origins, embodying resilience and defiance. The film's story of British POWs in Burma, paired with its memorable score, resonated