Sergeant York

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Summary: A Real Hero of a Movie!!
Review: Based on the true story of the life of Alvin C.York. Despite the picture on the box, this movie is not about war so much as it is about the unique character of this back-woods Kentucky sharpshooter and farmer. (The real Alvin York insisted that Gary Cooper play his part or refuse to sell the story. The result was on the money as Cooper won an Oscar for his portrayal of Sergeant Alvin York in probably the best performance of his life.) Though he signed on as a consciencious objector, the young York reluctantly served in World War I ~ only to go on to become a decorated war hero who astounded the world with his fearless bravery, leadership and winning humility.

You'll cheer, and you'll laugh at the many humorous scenes seeded throughout the movie (some pretty funny 'a courtin' scenes with his bride to be!) and love the part of the old pastor played by Walter Brennen who takes York under his wing. There are some sad and intense war scenes you may not want the little ones to see, but this is one classic you won't want to miss!

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Summary: Courage Defined!
Review: Gary Cooper in one of his finest performances in a long and brilliant movie career. "Alvin York" is truly an inspirational story for all Americans. All of us at one time or another have wondered if "we were called to duty" how we would respond. Gary Cooper gives the type of response that we all hope and pray that we could give if placed in a similar situation. Gary Cooper defines the word "courage".

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Summary: A classic
Review: Everybody should see this one

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Summary: Elegant telling of a moral tale
Review: This film, like "Shenandoah," gets into the fiber of American feelings about war. Telling the tale of a backwoodsman, brought up in a fundamentalist religion that takes the Commandment "Thou Shalt Not Kill" as an absolute, the film shows how moral certainty is not always unshakeable. The acting, though slow-paced, gives the viewer deep insights into the characters and their reactions to ambiguity. It can be comfortably and profitably paired with "Saving Private Ryan" as part of the American understanding of war. A truly excellent film.

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Summary: History and my kids loved it!
Review: This film was shown in my daughter's high school history class as a reward. She went out and rented it for her brothers. They all loved it. They said it was a "must have" video. (These are teenagers!) They loved the portrayal of York and his humility and humor.

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Summary: A Wonderful Example of Hollywood Craftsmanship
Review: Sergeant York is looked down on by the Howard Hawks auteurist cult, since it has nothing to do with professionals going about their work. But if you can get by the auteurist nonsense, you'll appreciate Sergeant York for what it is. A beautifully acted, written and directed example of Hollywood craftsmanship. A wonderful film!

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Summary: An excellent study of man overcoming his own weaknesses.
Review: This film is a remarkable story of man's struggle to serve both God and Country. He excels at both without giving up on either. The impacts of supporting characters on Alvin York are the true gems in this film - his mother, his pastor and his commanding officer all play roles in shaping his character. Yet all the while he remains faithful to himself and God.

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Summary: I have had Sargent York for some time now. And still view it
Review: Down home country folks being brought up to date with the fact that America was at war with Germany. There life styles and how a good preacher pointed the way. Telling Alvin that he should go and follow his heart and to trust God and the Lord would always be with him. The whole cast blended in so well that you felt you was watching life as it really was and you felt like you had a part in it yourself. RD

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Summary: Horrible!
Review: I just can't understand why everyone liked this film so much? I HATED THIS FILM, This is one of the worst films I've ever seen. UGH! I don't think that the acting is good, It's stinks.

The woman who played as York's wife is too old to play the part. I got confused and though that was his mother until someone tell me it wasn't.

This movie is too long, and there are alot of parts that they should leave out. All of the parts where they are getting druck in a bar. That a waste and it's makes the film long and boring.

Mostly all of the acting is just plain silly, I laugn at this movie. This film is a big disappointment. I can make a much better film than this one.

If you want to watch a good war movie watch "Saving Private Ryan" and stay away from "Sergeant York".

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Summary: An America That Is Long Gone
Review: The acting, casting, and directing in this film are perfect for the storyline. This is a movie about one man's struggle to strike a balance between his commitment to God and his patriotism to his country. He ultimately proves that both can be achieved without compromise to either.

This is the TRUE story about an American hero and how he rose from obscurity as a Tennessee hillbilly farmer to a national icon. Truly an inspirational film for the whole family.

Cooper and Brennan are fantastic! Joan Leslie is also great.