The Battle Of Neretva(1969) Site

: The production featured global stars such as Yul Brynner , Orson Welles , Franco Nero , Hardy Krüger , and Sergei Bondarchuk .

The film depicts (Case White), the Axis attempt to crush the Partisans in Western Bosnia. A central plot point is the tactical demolition and rapid reconstruction of the Jablanica railway bridge , a ruse that allowed the Partisans to evacuate 4,500 wounded soldiers across the Neretva River. The Battle of Neretva (1969) - IMDb The Battle of Neretva(1969)

: The film's promotional poster was famously designed by Pablo Picasso , who reportedly refused payment, asking only for a case of Yugoslav wine in return. : The production featured global stars such as

: The English-language version features a score by the legendary Bernard Herrmann , known for his work with Alfred Hitchcock. Historical and Cinematic Significance The Battle of Neretva (1969) - IMDb :

: The Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) provided 10,000 soldiers as extras. Real Soviet T-34 tanks and Soko 522 planes were used to represent German and Luftwaffe forces.

: Personally approved by President Josip Broz Tito, the film had a staggering budget estimated between $4.5 million and $12 million (equivalent to over $100 million today).