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by K-Dog

"In the fashion of Saving Private Ryan, this depicts the absurdity"

In the fashion of Saving Private Ryan, this depicts the absurdity of war

This film is draining, let me say that.. it is a master stroke of a film showing the futility that people see when in the trenches.

The whole air of this film is subtle and powerful. It is not a big explosions film, it is not a a-list star studded event, It is a british war film with some spectacular flourishes..

The acting is top notch, specifically from Johnny Lee Miller and Jonathan Pryce, who both deserve to be recognised much more than they are.

The direction is not extravagant, it too is subtle and apt for the tone of the piece.

So I will just say go see it.

It has though spawned a new saying amongst my peers... 'MEN DIED!'

On tghe downside I think that the budget needed to be a tad higher. But this is a minor quibble

I warn you, it aint no rollercoaster laugh a minute...

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originally posted: 09/16/98 23:06:00

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8/22/05 Jeanne I have to see this film at least once a year. Jonathan Pryce is the king of my universe. 5 stars

9/27/04 ALBERT do not miss it 4 stars

5/15/04 Julie Haley profoundly moving 5 stars

8/09/01 keith chapman a movie that does not insult the intelligence 5 stars

2/23/01 billy This is easily one of the best war films i have seen.Outshines saving private ryan easily 5 stars

11/03/99 martin fennell excellent with supern performances 5 stars

10/18/98 Kwyjibo I liked it, but it left me feeling jaded. 3 stars

10/17/98 Mr Showbiz stars Jonathan Pryce as an army psychiatrist working to rehabilitate World War I soldiers 4 stars

10/07/98 Korny Island "Men died!!" - a good movie. Not one for the weak of stomach or heart. 4 stars

8/30/98 Mister Whoopee Another war movie, and another outstanding film. Excellent. 4 stars

IF YOU'VE SEEN THIS FILM, RATE IT!
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USA 22-Aug-1998 (R) DVD: 02-Nov-2010 UK N/A Australia N/A

Directed by Gillies MacKinnon Written by Pat Barker Cast Jonathan Pryce James Wilby Stuart Bunce Jonny Lee Miller Tanya Allen

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