Supreme. An opera.

Rating: 7/10 (17 October 2003)

The greatest war movie ever made, and one of the greatest movies. A breathtaking film. It is photographed exquisitely. My favourite shot is the sun coming through the trees right near the beginning. This is Director Oliver Stone's masterwork. Brilliant performances by Tom Berenger, Willem Dafoe, John C McGinley (who adds a bit of comic relief). Watch for an early appearance by Johnny Depp. The supreme aspect of this movie, however, which gives the events the gravity of an opera, is the original score by Georges Delarue - the main theme of which is one of the most memorable in all cinema.
This film ranks among my greatest admired.
5 stars.