The best war film I have ever seen

Rating: 10/10 (13 September 1998)

Saving Private Ryan is without a doubt the best war movie that I ever seen. Before seeing it I had heard that it was amazingly realistic and that some war veterans had to abandon it after 30 minutes because of horrific memories flooding back. And I have to agree with this. The opening 25 minutes or so in particular are like nothing I have ever witnessed. Some of the scenes of the dead and wounded are really gruesome but this only adds to the overwhelming effect this film has on all who see it.
It is quite a long film but it doesn't feel it. I was disappointed when it ended because I was enjoying it so much. Spielberg really captures the essence of war in this film and hopefully would make all who see it realize the grim reality of war and turn them against violence for life. All I have left to say is that if you haven't gone out to see Saving Private Ryan yet, do so now, it really is as good as everyone says it is.