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Summary: Good historical info, bad plot
Review: The love story plot in this movie is very bad and predictable. However, the cinematography and special effects in the attack sequences is worth watching. The movie is depressing, but helps to bring the viewer an understanding of the horrorific attack at Pearl Harbor and its effect on the U.S. It is especially hard-hitting after the events of 9/11. The dvd also includes a special about Pearl Harbor produced by the History Channel which is quite informative. Worth renting.
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Summary: Big Historical Issues
Review: You won't be watching this one in Mr. Smith's History class. The only historically accurate part of this movie was that the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor. I'm even surprised they got that right in this film. The fact that I'm a huge WWII History buff makes this movie almost completely useless from a history point of view. Hollywood defiantly worked their charm on this one. Anyway, there were some good scenes during the raid if you fast-forward an hour and a half to get to them so you can miss all the chick flick stuff. I did like the tie-in between Pearl Harbor and the Doolittle raid even though they had nothing to do with each other and none of the pilots from Pearl even flew in it. (Another big history issue) Over all though, it had some really nice special effect during the raid. So if you're into good war special effects there are about 45 minutes to an hour of that good stuff.
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Summary: A movie is for entertainment right?
Review: Just a note that i am reviewing this film from an entertainment perspective.(That is why we buy DVDs right?)I believe that this edition of Pearl Harbor was dissapointing only to the extent that it was a two disc set and required me to change discs 2/3 of the way into the film. When we review this movie, we must remember that a movie is constructed very much for entertainment. Yes, it is true that such a love story, is quite unrealistic, but it is essential to the movie's 'wow' factor. Without this love story that so many people play down, the film might as well be a documentary. Movin right along, the film certainly does provide adequate entertainment for a viewer. The main battle sequence takes place in the middle third of the film and lasts for about 40-45mins. This sequence, is constructed superbly by ILM and manages to take the viewer right into the action of December 7. The music to the film composed by Hans Zimmer neatly fits the tone of the film, and adds to the sense of excitement created by special effects. Pearl Harbor is a typical Michael Bay/Jerry Bruckheimer film. One that is created merely for entertainment. The first third of the film, does become monotonous if you have watched the film many times like me, but on your first time round, it is essential in building the relationships between the characters. The middle section as i said earlier is fantastically completed and it is here that i gave most credit to the film. The final third of the film does dissapoint me to the extent that i believe it is a poor attempt to sqeeze in the Doolittle retaliation by the Americans into an already very long film. Overall, the film does deserve 4 stars for the amount of entertainment it provides. After a few times of watching it, this might drop to 3 stars as the length of the film seems to drag the story a bit. (the film is a bit too unnecessary long) However, i believe that this film is a good buy especially for those who have systems compatible with the fantastic soundtracks that it offers (THX and DTS tracks) Also, don't compare the film to TITANIC as many do. When watching a film, really, you shouldnt be comparing it to others. Pretend it is the first film you have ever watched and just enjoy it. =)
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Summary: AWESOME!!!
Review: This movie is great. I think it got a lot of bad press because people didn't realize that the main focus is on the characters lives at the time of the attack. Yes, the movie is called "Pearl Harbor", so it seems like it should be on just the attack itself, but these days, you have to have identifiable characters. As far as the war aspect of the movie, it is dead on. Except for two small parts.(I won't list them just in case you haven't seen the movie). And, anyone who liked "Titanic" can say nothing against the love story in this movie. In closing, definitely see this movie and decide for yourself. As for me, I loved it!
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Summary: What is wrong with pretty boys?
Review: This movie was wonderful. You must have characters who are beautiful even if its a war movie. Its a movie, not a documentary on Discovery Ch. A good film makes the watcher fall in love with its characters. If not, why would you care if they lived or died? I watched it on Dec. 7, 2001. Watching it so soon after the events of 9-11 and on the 60th Anniversary could possibly have made the film more powerful for me. I do know that I watched it with 2 very manly men and they got teary at some places in the movie also. And Danny, Josh Hartnett's character played a wonderful right hand man to Afleck's Rafe. They both got the look of longing down when they looked at Evelyn. I've been a Titanic buff long before the recent movie and you can't compare many films to that one. Why should you? Why does Pearl Harbor have to be compared to anything? Rafe, Danny and Evelyn all played the parts of heroism very well. Rafe's character was supposed to say those over-the-top romantic lines. Thats who he was. I hope people can stop comparing this film to others and watch it for itself. It is a beautifully made movie with wonderful special effects.
And girls, isn't Josh hot??
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Summary: The film of infamy
Review: This movie is a great disappointment. The historical perspective is distorted. It's just a mushy love story with the attack on Pearl Harbor as the backdrop. The attack as depicted seems like a Star Wars battle. The planes were flying outside the realm of their capabilities. The resort to computer imaging is obvious. This is way way below the benchmark for films on Pearl Harbor - Tora, Tora, Tora.
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Summary: Truth???
Review: Story seemed more to revolve around the love triangle than what actually happened. Yes, it was horrifying to really have it hit you in the face but, on the other hand, what we saw of what the US did in return didn't seem as devastating as the H-bombs we threw on them....or did that later...and not shown?? Tell it like it is!!!
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Summary: What Were You Thinking???!!!
Review: To Director Michael Bay: What Were You Smoking when you did this film! All I can say is -- shame on you for this pitiful excuse of an historical accounting. With its weak dialogue, thrown together storyline and lack of accuracy, this was nothing less than a slap in the face for all those who lived AND DIED through the attack on Pearl Harbor. Try visiting the Arizona Memorial. Maybe you will get a clue.
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Summary: This movie is great!!!!!!!
Review: I have read everyone's negative reviews and I don't know what movie they saw! Pearl Harbor was not another Titanic, it was 50,000 times better. I thought Ben Affleck and Josh Haartnett did a great job. The action sequences are amazing and this has become my #1 fav movie!!!!!!!!!
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Summary: AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Review: What can I say--IT WAS A GREAT MOVIE! It had every emotion in it and I have already seen it 5 times!!! GREAT!GREAT!GREAT! It probably helped that Ben Affleck is soooo HOT in the movie!
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