See this movie.

Rating: Null/10 (13 April 2004)

I don't know why this movie didn't do better on its opening weekend. It's really a great film. This is not usually the kind of movie I like to go see (I'm more of a comedy person) and to be honest, I didn't expect much out of it. I was pleasantly surprised. I thought the characterization, dialogue, cinamatography and acting were amazing. The main characters of Bowie, Travis, Houston and Crockett came to life. As a Texan, I understood better and appreciated the sacrifices these men made for the future Texans. I took Texas history in 7th grade and have visited the Alamo but this movie enhanced my knowledge of the events and gave me a picture of how truly scary the situation was for those men defending the Alamo. And lastly, though unrelated, a movie that makes me like Billy Bob Thorton deserves high praise. I recommend this film!