This movie was probably a big deal when it came out. But by today's standards it is too long and boring. I got bored almost immediately when watching it, and so I fast-forwarded through the first hour and 45 minutes. I genuinely felt like I missed absolutely nothing except a bunch of pointless scenes in the POW camp. The last hour is where everything seems to happen, and even that is somewhat slow-paced. Basically, I think this film has mostly outlived its value.
Review of The Great Escape
