Masterful film, brilliant editing and sound and accents!

Rating: 10/10 (12 June 2002)

A very compelling story told in a dynamic way, with richly deserved Academy Awards for editing and sound. Strong ensemble acting, and convincing accents from the non-American actors. Eric Bana creates a particularly vivid character, and Josh Hartnett's final tribute to a fallen comrade is moving. The film could not have been made without Ridley Scott's genius for staging these events. All the production details are impressive, and the use of an old familiar air with a modern take for the endtitle music, is inspired. If you see the DVD, catch the On the Set featurette, quite revealing of process, and the actors' original accents.