Movie Reviews of Battleground
- Battleground is the Citizen Kane of war films. It brings a honest depiction of World War II and mixes in humor along with it. The plot really doesn't even appear to be part of the movie,but that doesn't matter. The film confused me at times but it always came out on top. The characters are likable and realistic. The actors do a extravagant performance. It's well-paced and has a great score. Although you can go your entire life without hearing about this film,it still is a timeless classic. One of the films greatest moments comes when one of the men carries some soup in one of his 2 army helmets. He never gets close to finishing it though,and eventually puts the helmet with the remaining soup on it over his head as it drips. That part of the movie really moved me for some reason,and it will surely do the same for you. A great cast,a great performance,a great story,and the fact that this film is not based on a book or play or something,nor is it a remake or sequel or prequel(which it gladly had none of) make Battleground essential viewing for everyone. You'll watch it again and again and will not get tired of it. Battleground is cinema at it's best and nothing can change that.It will remain timeless for as long as time itself exists.
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