First saw the movie in 1984, still love it.

Rating: 10/10 (27 April 2006)

I first saw this movie when it was released in 1984 and for some reason I couldn't get anyone to see it with me at that time so I went to see it alone. I was not only interested in the movie for it's war theme, but more importantly, for the theme of the incredible friendship between the two main characters. Such caring is rare and hard to find, and the beauty of the love between those two friends eclipsed all the horrors and struggles of the war depicted in the movie. The hauntingly beautiful soundtrack is also one of my favorite movie soundtracks of all time. The backdrop of the music really does a fantastic job of giving the movie the impact that it has. I consider this movie one the most unforgettable that I have ever seen, in terms of acting, storyline, historical significance, and overall emotional impact.