1/2 Sappy Love Story, 1/2 Eye Candy

Rating: 6/10 (25 May 2001)

I gave this movie a 6 out of 10 because I felt that a really great war movie was hampered by a sappy and contrived love story. I realize that's probably what the makers of this flick wanted to appeal to a female audience (something Saving Private Ryan probably lacked), but it certainly didn't appeal to me. In addition, the American propaganda is unending. I can appreciate the obviousness of having a pro-American sentiment to this movie, but again, it's not something that sits well with a Canadian boy like myself.
Aside from having to follow the contrived love story, the actors do a good job of acting (except Affleck and Baldwin...ugggh). Camera work and special effects are amazing.
This is a good movie that I would recommend you see, but it probably won't be making my list of must-buy DVD's.