An American patrol has to cross behind enemy lines by skis in order to blow up an important railroad bridge. The task is made harder by conflicts between the platoon's veteran sergeant and its inexperienced lieutenant and by constant attacks by pursuing German troops. A five-some of army-type ski dudes tries to thwart evil forces behind enemy lines.<br/><br/>It's 1944 and the 'good' Americans must defeat the 'bad' Germans. To accomplish this goal, our heroes slaughter scores of the enemy, steal a civilian woman's chickens, shoot her in the back, then leave her for dead. This is an Ameican film, right? Not particularly inspiring in any way, but the movie does have the novelty of being different (soldiers on skis).<br/><br/>Sometimes exciting war/adventure film, albeit quite short at about 65 minutes. Considering Roger Corman shot this in two weeks, it's an amazingly good- looking film. Quite suspenseful and action-packed with a unique setting – the ski troops we had in the German mountains. Holds interest all the way through and never betrays a low budget. Very worthwhile.
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