U-Boat War - Iron Coffins DVD

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...Das Boot is one of the most emotionally involving movies I have ever seen. The characters are developed richly, without those awkward moments in movies when you realize that the director is doing so. You sympathize with the crew, and FEEL their plight as they struggle, cramped in a rickety U-boat against the odds. At times the movie grows slow and drawn out, but that is intentional- to make you feel like you are trapped in an underwater coffin with nothing to do, no where to go. The directing is great, the sound is fabulous! I've never heard faint noises tell a story like this before.... Read review

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Advantages: Fun
Disadvantages: Credits the Americans with English victories

...This film is excellent. When going to see this do not expect an historically correct account of the u-boat war. But that is not the point of the film. The point is that it is a fun movie. It has tension, comic relief and action. It is not realistic but that adds to the flava of it all. Even history freaks will enjoy this. The performances, although not outstanding, serve their purpose and it is easy to relate to the characters. They use the claustrophobic surroundings well and it is good.It is well directed and overall it is a fab film.... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful

Advantages: Tense, good special effects
Disadvantages: Slow beginning, difficult to believe

...Starring Matthew McConaughey and Harvey Keitel, 'U-571' is a typical Hollywood blockbuster. The plot is standard boys-own fare - brave American Navy men take on nasty Nazis in their U-boats during the 2nd World War. From a weak beginning the film soon develops into an extremely tense action movie, with competent acting from the leads and some impressive special effects. I found some scenes pretty nerve-shredding but overall the viewing experience was pretty empty. It's a film you can find very enjoyable if you are prepared to suspend your disbelief to a large degree. It's historically innaccurate, so if that sort of thing bothers you - avoid.... Read review

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