the best war movie ever!

Rating: 10/10 (13 March 1999)

this is an extraordinary movie. i have seen it three times. from the opening assault on normandy to the climactic battle scenes at the bridge it just overwhelms. i have never seen a movie which draws the viewer into it's world so completely. and this is fact, not fiction. spielberg in his brilliance has brought the reality of war to us as no one before. people in the theatre have just sat mesmerized and stunned by the scenes which were so remarkably shown. it is the best war movie ever made and one of the best movies of any genre. the heroism of the regular gis is portrayed here as a lasting testament to their bravery. tom hanks was brilliant as was his supporting cast. great movies are sometimes difficult to watch, and this is no exception, but if one can get past th carnage and blood a very rewarding and uplifting experience is there for the taking. the sacrifice of our fathers, brothers, etc. is shown here as never before. congratulations to all involved! a great experience!