Sheer Brilliance

Rating: 9/10 (27 May 2002)

Saving Private Ryan is one of the best films I have ever seen. The direction by Steven Spielberg for this film is absolutely brilliant and the performances by every essential cast member are breathtaking and unforgettable. Spielberg graphically shows the harsh realities of war and the brotherhood of every soldier involved. Tom Hank's performance in this film is a work of art, a brilliant performance by a brilliant actor. The screenplay is successfully written and provides a hell of a story. It is because of these key elements that the film is brilliant. It is truly one of Spielberg's best works. However, the only thing wrong with this film are the occasional hilarities of the film. They sometimes drag off the importance of this story and what the director hopes to achieve from this. Other than that, the film is one of the best films ever made and should have won the Best Picture of 1998.