Band of Brothers

Pros: The greatest generation at its greatest. Breathtaking war sequences, patriotic and inspirational war drama.

Cons: Somewhat stylized, but no real weaknesses. I wished it was longer!

The Bottom Line: The cream of the war drama crop. Realistic recreations, excellent sequences, heart-tugging stories, and true grit shown by Americans in the toughest of times.

Review: I have always had a thing for war movies. Being a history major and coming from a family that was involved in World War II, Band of Brothers definitely piqued my interest when it came out. I was not disappointed and instead, it affected me on so...

Pros: Great cinematography, excellent screenplay and effects

Cons: Actually, not much at all...! Although following the characters may be tricky

The Bottom Line: If you have to watch a war movie or series, look no further, this is it! Emmy wins this year should attest to its worth!

Review: If, as David Bowie sang, we could be heroes, wouldn't you like to be one of those in the miniseries, Band Of Brothers?

Produced by Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg, the series follows the ups and downs of Easy Company, 506th Battalion of the...

Pros: Superb acting, writing, technical quality.

Cons: None.

The Bottom Line: Band of Brothers is an outstanding value in every respect. It is simply the best war film I?ve ever seen.

Review: In September 2001, not long before the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon, there began on the Home Box Office (HBO) cable network one of the most extraordinary television mini-series I have ever seen. Entitled Band of...

Pros: Great writing, acting, cinematography and historical lessons

Cons: None

The Bottom Line: A tribute to one group of men who show us all what true patriotism is all about.

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Pros: Fine acting from everyone across the board, tense and sad

Cons: Hardly any, but it's hard to remember who certain characters are

The Bottom Line: Deserves to be a classic, an incredible and powerful story of World War II.

Review: Coming at the tail end of the whole "Greatest Generation" period of nostalgia that began with the Steven Spielberg film "Saving Private Ryan", the HBO miniseries "Band of Brothers" might have been overlooked slightly. It bears a strong stylistic...

Pros: gritty realistic depictions of war, great casting, great look.

Cons: violent and sad

The Bottom Line: a fantastic account of personal war experiences

Review: In every film genre there is an obvious evolution in the way the product changes. The obvious changes happen for reasons of technical improvements in the actual specifics of recording, effects and in more recent times computer driven break through...

Pros: It will suck you into the storyline.

Cons: Lot of Blood if you don't like violence.

The Bottom Line: This is the Epitome of mini-series, One of the Best WW2 films.

Review: Band of Brothers just what can I say about this great mini-series. This is a 10 part mini-series written by Tom Hanks and Stephen Speilberg about Easy Company from the 101st Airborne unit during World War 2, chroniceled over 10 episodes, starting...

Pros: This series to true to life and history.

Cons: It' only on the HBO channel. Everyone should have the opportunity to see it.

The Bottom Line: I recommend this series to everyone. Parents should sit down with their kids, and watch it with them.

Review: Band of Brothers is a 12 part series that recreates the war experiences of the men and women that served in World War 2.
The series centers around the first paratroopers dropped into Normandy. Each episode is 1 hour long, and comes on every...

Pros: Production values, acting

Cons: Occasional cliche

The Bottom Line: Despite my reservations this is a well made, and well acted drama.

Review: Having missed the first showing of the drama 'Band of Brothers', I was eager to watch the repeats of the series. This World War Two drama is based on the experiences of American G.I.s during their service. The cast lacks any big Hollywood stars, but...

Pros: Awesome acting and action sequences

Cons: Lots of lag time

The Bottom Line: Don't miss your opportunity to experience a great part of American History, watch Band of Brothers today.

Review: Rather you are a war movie junkie, or just someone looking for a good movie to watch, band of brothers is a must see for all. Originally a mini-series on HBO and now a 6 - disc, 10 episode DVD totally to over 7 hrs of viewing time, this is a great...