Great small war movie, the German perspective

Rating: 8/10 (5 July 2002)

It tells a crude story of a disillusioned platoon leader Steiner, who is hell-bent on saving his men, whatever the cost. He is the original contrarian and hates even his friends. Maybe this is a survival strategy?
Peckinpah's slow motion killings and action sequences are beautiful (almost dreamlike) and frightening to watch. Somehow the movie seems disjointed at times (director wanted some acts directly from the book) it represents one of those rare occasions when the movie portrays the German side of the war. Worth a look for sure! Don't miss the opening title sequence!