Who said it was based on a true story?

Rating: 10/10 (12 August 2010)

I've just finished re-watching this film for the 20+ time and felt compelled to search IMDb to find those who believe it to be anything other than a magnificently crafted film and why.
From what I could gather the common point of contention was that this film was not in fact linear to the actual course of history. So what? Does every film that is based on a period of the past need to be historically accurate? Ie. Shawshank Redemption, L.A. Confidential, The Mummy, Saving Private Ryan, 300, Inglorious Basterds etc. The answer is simple - NO! It's called creative license and it's been used by authors/script-writers for countless years.
If you wish to watch something that has been extensively researched and is historically accurate then find yourself a nice documentary! In the meantime, accept this film for what it is; A beautiful recipe of directing, acting and music that combine to make one of the all-time great films.
10/10