Mediocre at best

Rating: 4/10 (6 November 2005)

An extremely disappointing film. I'm sure the book was better (aren't they always?). It was a bit heartless and very anti-climatic. The story floats along and you are never quite sure where it is going. The film's "moments" lacked heart and impact. This was certainly not the fault of the actors, but the direction and especially the editing were lacking in strength. The actors and the setting really set the stage for something big, but it was never delivered. I guess if all you watch is Hollywood crap, then this movie's attempt to be something more could impress you. But the attempt falls short and, additionally, I don't think it did our boys in uniform justice. I recommend it as a rental to war movie buffs.