Wicked, Explosive... Not For Yer Granny

Rating: Null/10 (4 March 2002)

Before everybody else craps on this movie, I'd just like to say that this movie was astonishing. Exhausting, as well, in that the continual (almost 1.5 hour) battle scene was intense, face-to-face and like the intro to Private Ryan times 10 billion. Mel Gibson was decent, which surprised me, and the story does even attempt to show the other (Vietcong) side of the battle, which is surprising considering the usual ultra-patriotic side of such films. Granted, it wasn't exactly sympathetic to the Vietcong side, but at least the attempt was made.
The basic point you should understand about We Were Soldiers is that it is incredibly graphic, ultra violent and rather rewarding in the end. Rent it, or even see it, but be prepared for some serious blood and bodies.