The Bridge on the River Kwai of honor and the hypocrisy of Britain’s class system without ever compromising its thrilling war narrative", and in comparing to other films of the time said that Bridge on the River Kwai "carefully builds its psychological tension until it erupts in a blinding flash of sulfur and flame.". Variety gave high praise for the movie saying that it is "a gripping drama, expertly put together and handled with skill in all departments.". Significant praise was also given to the actors especially Alec Guinness, Variety said that "the film is unquestionably Guinness’". William Holden was also credited for his acting, he
Kok River into Thailand, about upstream from the border. In October 2013 the cast and crew of the British television show "Top Gear" constructed a bridge over the river Kok as part of their Burma Special. The bridge was originally planned to be built over the River Kwai, but the River Fang which flows into the River Kok was chosen "accidentally". The show aired in two parts on 9 March 2014 and 16 March 2014. Kok River The Kok River (, , ) flows in Southeast Asia. The river originates in the Daen Lao Range, Shan State, Burma. It flows eastwards across