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Summary: Excellent and Intense
Review: The first fifteen minutes of this film are some of the best cinema ever made. It was downright frightening, as was the intent. The sound effects were an improvement over previous movies I'd seen, and this does a lot to put you right there amid the action. When you see it, note the sound of the German MG42 machine guns and the crack of the bullets. Nice job. Of course, the carnage was trimmed for the sake of brevity. In the movie, Omaha beach is taken in 15 minutes of Hell. Historically, it took most of the day, and casualties ran into the thousands.It then transitions to an interesting, but not quite outstanding, fictional story about saving the last son of the Ryan family. A Civil War letter from Abraham Lincoln is read during the movie, a letter which was so moving that I played it over and over. The reading isn't bad either. The characters are good, but a bit shallow and predictable. The Germans are just a little too evil, definitely the "bad guys". Does Spielberg understand the difference between National Socialists, who condoned and orchestrated mass murder, and German Nationals, who defended their nation as almost anyone would? If not for these weaknesses, I'd give it 5 stars. Despite these minor weaknesses, the story is very interesting and, as a big bonus, educational. I was very moved by what a generation of Americans (and those of other nations also) went through to liberate Europe. Spielberg made the movie, but the courage and toughness of depression-era GIs made this movie possible.
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Summary: Hanks at his best,(again).
Review: a very graphic depiction of a very bloody battle. When it comes to war movies it doesnt get any better than this.
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Summary: Excelent Movie
Review: This is one of the best movies I have ever seen. The best war movie ever
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Summary: Every American should see this film.
Review: The president, every member of congress,and every citizen should see this movie. They would have more respect for all the men and women who serve in uniform. Anyone who's emotions and patriotism are not stirred by this movie needs to check their pulse.
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Summary: Blood, Effects, War, Emotions, Reality, etc..........
Review: Wow!! There is not anyone on the face of this planet that can possibly not get emotionally involved from the beggining to end. It is one thing to make a war movie and another to make a movie that captures the hearts of everyone who happens to catch a glimpse of any scene in any part of the movie. I have yet to hear anyone that participated in that war say that SPR was not as real as you can possibly capture on film without actually being there. Those who say that it is not the best movie of all time should not be watching movies at all!!! Stay at home!! This is the most anticipated DVD movie since its existence!!! On top of all this stuff about it being an "effects movie," people will flock to buy the best movie ever to hit the screens
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Summary: A movie that requires special credentials to review
Review: Unless you were in firefights in WW2, Korea, or Vietnam, you really are unable to review this movie and have no business doing so. Everyone of us who saw this in real life were left crying messes by this movie. No one would think of offending the victims of rape, molestation, child torture or other hideous violence by making a "technically perfect rendition" of it so others could "enjoy the gore without the fear" or offer insipid reviews about character development as if no one died for their freedom to do so. This movie is a slap in my face, a crime, and grossly insensitive to all who fought for their country. It needs an x-rating and a warning so other vets aren't traumatized by it.
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Summary: almost as bad as being in the gulf again
Review: the quest for realism has reached an apex with this film. having been in action and seeing the kind of things this film depicts, i almost found myself looking for the hidden gunners and, of course, for cover, fingers itching as if grasping my own weapon and waiting for the solid slam of being shot again-if my wife hadn't have been beside me, it might have been too real to me
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Summary: It will stay with you always
Review: For those who haven't seen it yet, it won't be quite like it was for original moviegoers who had heard only a little about it. So I'm glad I was among those to see it when it first came out. That said, it's been over a year since I've seen it (a few times), and I still find myself thinking about some of the scenes and holding back the tears. With the shaky (literally) camera, the dirt literally flying at you, etc. etc.--the cinematography is first rate. The characters are very interesting. When I saw the first 20 minutes of the movie the first time, I was in shock. I couldn't believe what I was seeing--not only because of the gore, but knowing THAT'S EXACTLY HOW IT WAS, according to verterans (minus the smells). Add that to the hopelessness felt by those on the beach (and the audience), and WOW. The final battle scene also had me on the edge of my seat, especially hearing the Tiger tank coming through in surround sound.
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Summary: Brilliant, an instant War movie CLASSIC.
Review: Saving Private Ryan is an exelleny war movie which depicts the everday life of a soldier. Steven Speilberg did an outstanding job with this movie. Not only is it realistic but it is pretty darn accurate. It not only shows what the soldiers go through but their family and loved ones too. He created some of the best battle seens I have ever seen. Like in the beginnig when this soldier loses his arm and go's around looking for it. When he finds it he just picks it up like it was nothing. He did such an exellent job with the movie that I actually felt frustrated too when the medical personal were stopping a soldier from bleeding. They spend such a long time on him until they finally stop the bleeding,then all of a sudden BAAM! He gets shot in the head. The longer you watch the movie the more drawn in you become. My favorite part is the "Final Battle" when Tom Hanks and company make a last stand. His Squad make a small fortress to fight the incoming Germans. Private Ryan would have never gone home if it were not for Tom Hanks. He did not have to accept the mission,but he did. Why you ask? Could it be he is just a good natured man? Could be he was crazy? Or could it be he just wants to finish this mission and go home to his wife? In all I think this is the best World War 2 movie of all time. Kudos to Mr. Spielberg for his exellent movie Saving Private Ryan.
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Summary: War is never pretty
Review: This film shows us a slight picture of how it was. Even though this film show a good portion of how it was we can never feel the mental and emotional sides of war. I feel that this Picture should of won the Oscar. Great film and shows a good meaning. I would hope that you see the film to experience yourself. A must see.
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