Killin' Generals

The Making of The Dirty Dozen, the Most Iconic WWII Movie of All Time

By: Dwayne Epstein

Narrated by: Stephen Bowlby

An explosive inside look at The Dirty Dozen, the star-studded war film that broke the rules, shocked the critics, thrilled audiences, and became an all-time classic . . .

Based on exclusive interviews with the surviving cast and crew, friends and families of the stars, and other Hollywood insiders, Killin' Generals is a riveting must-listen for film buffs, military fans, and anyone who loves a down-and-dirty adventure tale. Detailed, insightful, and gossipy, Epstein's homage spotlights the movie's endless barrage of cinematic gold.

During a time when America was reeling from turmoil, Hollywood held an indelible mirror up to a changing society. Films like Bonnie and Clyde, The Graduate, Cool Hand Luke, and In the Heat of the Night would define the era. But it was a gritty, violent, darkly comic World War II movie called The Dirty Dozen that would really strike a chord with audiences—and become the year's biggest box office success. Heading up the all-star cast were Lee Marvin, Ernest Borgnine, John Cassavettes, Charles Bronson, Donald Sutherland, Jim Brown, Robert Ryan, Clint Walker, and at his most terrifying best, Telly Savalas, propelling many of them to stardom.

©2023 Dwayne Epstein (P)2023 Tantor

In depth and informative

There was so much research put into this book that it was eye opening. Stories from the actors and family of actors who were there. Love it. If you are a fan of this movie, you will love this book.

Excellent book

Well written. The research into the characters is quite detailed thoughtfully portrayed. I very much enjoyed this book. Here, here Groucho!