Brothers in Arms.

Rating: 10/10 (30 September 2006)

Tae Guk Gi is by far the best film I have seen in a while, and I watch a lot of film. I had seen this DVD on the shelves more times than I should have before purchasing it, but I just kept putting it off. My bad!!! I should have purchased this the first time I saw it, along with multiple copies to give out to friends and family.
I read one comment that said this was better than Saving Private Ryan. I am not willing to go that far, but I will, without hesitation, agree with anyone who says that it is as good. However, those who have not seen this yet should avoid thinking that they are just going to see a SPR with Korean actors. The similarities stop at war and aesthetics. This is a completely different story! I won't go in to the plot though, anyone interested can read the films profile if needed.
What I'd like everyone to know is how emotional this story is. I am not an ultra sensitive viewer, but this picture had me wiping tears off of my cheeks. Usually, I just get teary eyed. This was different. I dare anyone who thinks that they are stone-cold to view this show and not shed more than a few tears in the process.
Anyway, I gave it a ten out of ten because I believe it deserved it. I am not familiar with any of the auteur's other works, so I am not a fan-boy who is voting on the director's name. This masterpiece truly delivers on everything from action, to drama and even offers a few chuckles along the way. SEE IT!