Absolutely Enchanting

Rating: 10/10 (2 June 2002)

The Thin Red Line is one of those rare masterpeices that come along once every decade or so. I can honestly say that simply by watching this movie, you will gain the wisdom that would otherwise take many years to acquire. At the very least, you will leave the theatre a better person. Although this movie is set during World War 2 in the Pacific Theatre of operations, this is not a war movie. It explores the very humanistic side of every person. What drives us to do what we do? Why do we do it? Why does our soul hurt when war rages? These are some of the questions raised by the characters in the movie. Along with providing answers to these questions, this movie brings out the very best humanity has to offer. The soundtrack that accompanies the visually stunning cinematography is absolutely haunting. Micronesian choirs bring you a sound that is all but forgotten in our societies. It is a sound that each of us carries in our hearts, bringing out the pure innocence and love that war corrupts. As the famous quote goes- "Only the very young and the very old know best the song the angels sing." Watch this movie, buy the VHS or DVD, you will not regret it.