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Five Graves to Cairo

1943

Did a Woman Start the Rout of Rommel?

Overview

During the 1942 North African campaign, a British straggler passes as a waiter at the hotel commandeered as Erwin Rommel's headquarters. He has thoughts of assassinating Rommel but his cover may provide an even better use.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
May 26, 1943
Original language
English
Spoken languages
English, Italian, German
Countries
United States of America
Director
Billy Wilder
Cinematography
John F. Seitz
Budget
$855,000
Revenue
$1,200,000
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