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Summary: Unbelievable...
Review: Definitely, the most gripping and realistic account of what this war was like. Brilliant production. You almost feel like you're there. A 'must see' for every movie goer.
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Summary: THE BEST!
Review: This movie is definetely one my favorite movies. Along with Black Hawk Down it has a storyline unlike other war movies. This movie should go down into history and honor the veterans. The movie has an incredible cast, Tom Hanks, Tom Sizemore, Matt Damon, Edward Burns, Jeremy Davies, Barry Pepper, Adam Goldberg,Giovanni Ribisi, and Vin Diesel. They give a mememorable performance.
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Summary: One of the top three war films of all time.
Review: I think this is the second best war film I have ever seen. To me, it is second to "Platoon". It is more violent, gritty, and brutal, but "Platoon" just hits home with me. Anyway, this film set a new notch in realism and quality for war films. Since this was made, several films have tried to recreate it's intensity. "Enemy at the Gates", "We Were Soldiers", "Windtalkers". They all have come somewhat close, but yet they have not reached SPR. The use of the camera in combat shots, with the dirt, blood, and debris on the lens adds to the feeling of being there and the realism. If you watch any of the above listed war films, you will notice the blood, dirt, ect. on the lens. These films are trying to follow SPR. The acting is as good as it gets. Tom Hanks is one of the best actors in history. He is terrific. If you love war films, you must see this film. You will always remember it. I saw it in the theatre, and it leaves you scared, and drained. This is as good as they come.
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Summary: These men went through Hell and back!
Review: This is a great movie that everybody needs to see. This movie is unquestionably timeless. These men fought for our freedon and now 40 years later we still have freedom. Every American needs to own and watch this and pass it on for generations to come. Okay about the movie if you're young and just now discovering private ryan you can learn more about WWII than anything hollywood has to offer. Tom Hanks Steven Steilberg together again do a realistic job of potraying WWII. The story line is great. I couldnt ask for more. I was really impressed.-private crisler
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Summary: A terrifically powerful film
Review: "Saving Private Ryan" is probably the best World War 2 movie ever made. The cast is excellent, and the cinematography unparalleled. The use of the hand-held, filtered camera during the battle scenes brings Capa's D-Day photographs to life. The story is simple--eight men are sent to find another soldier behind enemy lines--yet powerful by that very virtue. It is full of brilliant cinematic moments, such as the segueway after the horrific opening D-Day sequence: The screen goes blank for a second, and we hear the layered sounds of typewriters clicking like machine guns as Army typists write next of kin letters...Raindrops falling, then falling faster and dissolving into the sound of gunfire...
Throughout the film, we are shown many aspects of combat: the depersonalization which occurs in battle (Hanks' Captain Miller staring paralyzed at the carnage around him on the Normandy beach for a moment, then stoically replacing his blood-filled helmet); the tragedy of a single death (Giovanni Ribisi's Wade calling for his mother as he dies--the most realistic and moving depiction of death in cinema, to me...); heroism and cowardice. The music is great, the characters vividly drawn, the historical details perfect.Steven Spielberg made this film as a tribute to his father, who served as a radio operator in the Pacific theater. His first film, made when he was thirteen, was a war story (in which he was allowed to use real airplanes at a nearby airbase for some of the shots). He'd been thinking of making a big film like this for a long time, and it is rewarding to watch.
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Summary: exellent combat scenes weak story
Review: i have sceen this movie three times and i hate to be a movie snoob but this movie is not that good don't gett me wrong the first 20 are exellent all of the combat sceens are extermely well done. the chaeraters are way over the top i found some of the dialouge incredibiley cheesy i really hated the translatoior he was the most annoying charter in the movie. i personally think that the mini seris band of brothers is much better. in the end i would give combat scenes 4 stars and the story 2 stars
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Summary: Important war movie flawed by comic-book cheese
Review: While there’s no doubt that Saving Private Ryan made an invaluable contribution to the war movie genre, utilising new technology and an up-close, in-your-face approach to deglorify war, the movie still lurches uncomfortably close to the cliché zone towards the end when comic-book scenarios and stereotypes abound. I know too little about the politics of Hollywood to guess why this happens â€" studio pressure? US vs. European film culture? Still, it’s miles better than the former D-Day benchmark movie, The Longest Day, and shows the sheer scope and depth of Spielberg’s vision. Nothing wrong with the acting performances either, with Tom Hanks as always superb and ably supported by a cast of young actors (bizarrely, some last seen on TV sitcom Friends). If you liked this or are interested in WWII check out Band of Brothers. V
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Summary: The best WWII movie ever made
Review: to the omaha beach scene on June 6th to the defending of Ramell every scene was awesome. it was extremely violent in some areas but that doesnt matter. it was so awesome to actually see a good d day invasion. it was so real. the story line was awesome. they really shouldnt of put matt damon in it. HE .... the worst performance. he's a good actor and all but he makes a terrible soldier. he tries to look all warish but only tom hanks can do that. he had the greatest part and did the best acting.if u havent seen this movie...BUY IT NOW!
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Summary: Great combat scenes, but an idiotic story
Review: Yeah, the combat scenes in this movie are second to none (or rather were second to none prior to the release of "We Were Soldiers.") But the story is unbelievable and silly. I found it a real slap in the face to the U.S. Army's Rangers that this film potrays them as whiners who constanly question their CO, argue with him, and blatantly disobey orders.
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Summary: I'm not Spielberg bashing, but...
Review: I've come to the conclusion that Spielberg's favorite hobby is taking historical events, showing the actual event for about 20 - 30 minutes, then going into a totally fictional story with actual events as a backdrop. This review would have gotten a 3 star rating from me, had it not been for the "Into the beach" bonus material. Actually, the best way to watch this film is as follows:
1. Watch "The Longest Day"
2. Watch "Into The Beach" (The DVD bonus feature)
3. Watch "Saving Private Ryan"
This film actually becomes better if watched in the order I suggest. "The Longest Day" gives a broad spectrum view of D-Day, and is closer to historical fact. "Into The Beach" gives insight from the survivors that were there. Also, the film interviews a true case of where in a family of 4 brothers, only 1 survived.
Now you're ready to watch "Saving Private Ryan", and realize that it is a tribute to the outstanding men that gave their lives so that we could have a better life.
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