absolutely amazing

Rating: 9/10 (16 January 1999)

This film was spectacular. The war scenes weren't quite as good as "Saving Private Ryan," but the parts between were much better. They almost had a surrealistic quality, aided by some of the majestic scene shots and the reflecting thoughts of the soldiers. I thought Elias Koteas as Capt. Staros did an outstanding job, as did John Cusack. My favorite parts were the taking of the hill by the 7 men, and Witt's self-sacrifice near the end.