Not Worthy of Spielberg...Boo

Rating: 5/10 (25 January 2006)

I'll give this a 5 out of ten and I'll tell you why. As great a filmmaker as Spielberg is, and I count one of his movies in my Top Ten, this is not worthy. He is basically making a remake or a slight altered version of a the film that has been made. This film based on the same novel by George Jonas is called "Sword of Gideon" and was made in 1986. Partially in Canada I might add. However, regarding the authenticity and budget of this film ("Sword of Gideon"), it shows a vision that is far superior due to the restraints of the production, cast and crew team. I respect what Spielberg has done in the past, but I would like to see what he could make on a shoestring budget in the present day. "Sword of Gideon" is a far superior film.
A note to our friend, Michael from the States. "Saving Private Ryan" was another miss by Spielberg. The first 15 minutes were totally interesting, then it got boring. How can you disrespect the works of other great directors you've mentioned??? Stone, Coppola and Minghella. I suggest you familiarize yourself more on film before you criticize it. Read some of the interesting posts on the "Sword of Gideon" page!! It just goes to show you sometimes Money Talks!!.....NuffSaid.........