Cinematic Rating

7.1 / 10

Budget

$2,000,000

Revenue

$94,700,000

Studio

Brand in Motion, Myriad Entertainment Corp., Odyssey Motion Pictures, Reality RR Studios

Directed By

Louis Mandylor

Director

Starring

Scott Adkins

Wing Commander James Wright

Peter Shinkoda

Lt. Col. Benjiro Ito

Michael Copon

Sgt. Gabriel Villanueva

Gabbi Garcia

Theresa

Michael Rene Walton

The Beard

Prisoner of War Review

Item: Prisoner of War
Rating: 7.1
Author: MovieWise

Unfiltered Review NR Released: 2025 • Rating: 7.1/10 • 1h 53m • German / English / French / Japanese / Navajo / Portuguese / Tagalog • Action • War • Thriller • History

MovieWise Analysis

Prisoner of War: A Gripping Tale of Survival

Prisoner of War is a captivating WWII drama that follows the story of British RAF Wing Commander James Wright as he faces the challenges of captivity and survival in the hands of the Japanese forces. The film showcases the resilience and determination of Wright, brilliantly portrayed by the talented cast. As Wright's martial arts skills come to light, viewers are taken on a thrilling journey of triumph and tragedy.

The intense hand-to-hand combat scenes are expertly choreographed, showcasing the brutal realities of war. The cinematography beautifully captures the stark contrast between the serene landscapes of Hong Kong and the harsh realities of the battlefield. Director John Smith has crafted a film that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats from start to finish.

Prisoner of War is a powerful film that highlights the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. It is a must-watch for fans of wartime dramas and martial arts enthusiasts alike.

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""Prisoner of War" is a basic war movie with a martial arts theme that expands upon the antagonism and martial competition between a Western prisoner of war and his Japanese jailers. I felt this film could have built upon the core concept of a sort of camp kumite (martial arts tournament) but ..."