Among my all-time favorites

Rating: 10/10 (12 March 2012)

I have as much esteem for The 13th Warrior as I do Saving Private Ryan. Both are among my all-time favorite films.
I recently bought it on iTunes and saw it again, and was again incredibly impressed. There are a number of things about this film that just resonate with me - much of which I can't explain. To me, it strikes a very deep chord relating to courage, honor, faith and camaraderie.
Clearly, this film cannot resonate in such a way with everyone, but it did for me. It's definitely a "guys film". My wife has zero interest in movies like this, but that's cool. The film has a substantial "creepy factor", but it's pivotal to the storyline - and setting up the backdrop of fear and uncertainty.
Being based on an excellent novel by Michael Crichton, the storyline is very gripping. The acting, directing and camera work are also excellent across the board.