An eye opening movie that simply takes the breath out of you.

Rating: 10/10 (9 November 1999)

Saving Private Ryan is easily the best war movie that has ever been made, and quite possibly one of the best movies ever made, period. It is the only movie I have ever been to that has silenced and stunned a packed theater. I clearly remember that during the first silent moment in the film, after the D-Day invasion scene, that the theater was dead silent. If I hadn't taken a second to look around and seen the people it would have been impossible to tell that every seat in the theater was filled.
I currently own the movie on DVD and have enjoyed watching it. It is not the same experience as in the theater, but much better than on VHS. Many people think that the movie was far to graphic; although, it was very graphic, that is the way war is. And since Steven Spielberg wanted a realistic movie, that is what he had to do. The story line of saving one man among the slaughter of the invasion of France was an interesting choice for a plot, but very effective. It shows that compassion can still prevail, even in the worst of circumstances.
Due to the graphic nature of the movie, people with weak stomachs may want to avoid it (or have someone cover your eyes). To everyone else, watch it. You will be hard pressed to find a better movie.
Jammrock