INSANELY ahead of its time and brilliantly done.

Rating: 10/10 (9 September 2009)

The reviews are right, this one is amazing. I was shocked at how well it is done.
Effectively portraying the Nazis for what they are and were, "Come And See" pits an innocent young boy against an animal movement that destroys his village, his entire family and his life for no real reason. He and his 'compatriots,' mostly farmers and other kids, try to do what they can against the invaders. He witnesses brutality and savagery at the hands of the Nazis in a swirl of confusion and exhaustion that is seemingly endless.
Not for the faint of heart, this one, like "Schindler's List" and "The Pianist" should go down as a World War Two film that must be seen to be believed. It is not funny or fun or light-hearted at all. It does not make a mockery of tragedy, nor does it glorify or simplify the actions of the SS; it paints a vivid portrait of destruction and death that becomes one boy's reality in the midst of what seems like a nightmare. The effect on the viewer is incredible and that makes this an important piece of film-making. It stuck with me for weeks and I will never forget seeing "Come and See."
The fact that the budget was probably minuscule in comparison to other films of this emotional magnitude says a great deal about the folks involved in the project. Plus the fact that it was made in 1985! Wow. A solid 10 out of 10, kids. See it.