Outstanding War Movie

Rating: 10/10 (28 June 2004)

The elements of great movie-making were in place for Saints and Soldiers. Unlike some war movies, the story remained about the characters from start to finish, and told an honest story. The characters evolved by making believable choices.
I appreciated the moral complexity of the film. It did not try to offer trite answers to difficult questions. It acknowledged the reality that the individuals on both sides of the conflict were human beings, many of whom simply wanted to survive and go home.
There was enough action to keep the film moving, enough character development to make me care, and a very satisfying conclusion that tied the movie together thematically.
I give Saints and Soldiers my full endorsement.