It was a classic from Day One.

Rating: 10/10 (5 February 2004)

This movie is what a "Best Picture of the Year" should be--30 years after it's release, it's still potent, pertinent and deeply affecting. George C. Scott is magnificent. The direction, cinematography and editing are all outstanding. Has arguably the best score for any film ever--not one unforgettable theme or melody in the entire movie. I especially appreciate that the Director Schaffner doesn't lose sight of his focus (Patton) in the battle scenes and that focus doesn't blur over the worst (and strangest) characteristics of this fascinating man. The scene of Patton visiting with the commander of the tank company that had run out of gas and had to fight it out with the Germans (ending in hand to hand combat) remains one of the most powerful images of war in any movie ever.
A Ten now and forever.