World War II Movies

The movies are ranked based on their accuracy (historical facts), plot (interesting and believable),
and/or realism (looks and sounds real). Some of these movies and others can be obtained for $6 or less vhs/dvd.
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Top 5 World War II Movies 1. Tora Tora Tora Pro(s): accuracy, plot, realism Con(s): subtitles of japanese speakers (but adds to the realism) 2. The Longest Day Pro(s): accuracy, plot, realism Con(s): black and white movie 3. Saving Private Ryan Pro(s): realism Con(s): accuracy (it's not a true story, it's hollywood), plot (not believable) 4. Das Boot Pro(s): realism, submarine warfare Con(s): plot, slow moving at times, subtitles/dubbing 5. Cross of Iron Pro(s): realism, plot, german infantry perspective on the eastern front Con(s): accuracy, the hospital scene

Honorable Mentions in no particular order Patton Midway In Harm's Way Battle of the Bulge The Big Red One

Axis and Allies

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