actual account more interesting, of course

Rating: 7/10 (3 December 2003)

If you are a fan of the story, read the non-fictional account of what really went on. It is certainly interesting and could have been made into an even better movie. A few questions and a point. Is it necessary for Russians and German's to speak English throughout the movie? Major Konig's real life name is Col. Thornwald. why hide his name?
You should note the crew did a fine job of recreating planes that are no longer in existence, also a believable war torn Russia.