Yes. The movie 'Bridge on the River Kwai' is based on a true story. It was inspired by the construction of the Burma Railway by Allied prisoners of war under Japanese supervision during World War II.
Yes. The movie 'Bridge on the River Kwai' is indeed a fictionalized account of a true event. The construction of the Burma - Thailand railway by prisoners of war was a harrowing experience. The film shows the struggle between the pride of the British prisoners, especially Colonel Nicholson, and the inhumane demands of the Japanese forces. It also highlights the final act of sabotage of the bridge which has elements rooted in the real - life situation.