A slow first hour, a confusing (but at least quicker-paced) second hour, full of cliche' scenes and dialogue.

Rating: 4/10 (19 August 2001)

Problems: Nicholas Cage's sometimes on, sometimes off Italian accent. He wasn't very believable as an Italian captain.
Penelope Cruz's single expression. Gets a bit dull after a while. She also isn't very believable in her role as a young woman.
Cliche' scenes. Too numerous to mention. One standout: German officer wants to shoot soldier, but shakes and just can't make himself do it.
Too bad the writer and director didn't make better choices. With better writing, editing, and directing, the story could have made a much better film.