War movies are some of the oldest movies in cinema, with some being over 100 years old.
Or at least, you’d think it would be.
The main problem is that itdeviated too far from its source.
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But it turns out somebody didn’t get the memo, becauseWindtalkersfeatures the talent of both of these individuals.
Look, both the actor and the director can be perfectly fine in the right context, but this?
This wasn’t it.
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One of these copycat productions wasPearl Harbor,directed byMichael Bay.
What resulted is a film about America’s first battle in the Second World War that was downright insulting.
Granted, there were a couple of chords that the movie struck right.
For one, the cinematography is absolutely stunning, showcasing the natural beauty of the Greek Isles.
The original film wasn’t the worst thing ever, in fact it wasn’t bad at all.
It’s nothing amazing or life-changing, but it is enjoyable enough.
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But it should have stopped there.
Typically, memoir movies don’t get sequels, but that’s exactly what happened with this one.
What resulted, though, was a horrid, sloppy mess full to the brim with cliches.
Although, truth be told, even that franchise is pretty subpar.
At first, this one sounds fine.
It’s an action movie starringSteven Seagal, an already-established action hero.
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How bad could it possibly be?
But this immersion is more of a curse than a blessing.
Initially, all seemed well.
It’s an overlooked conflict rich in heroic stories and great moments.
Plus, this one boasted an appearance by Hollywood actorBruce Willis.
Sounds great, right?
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Well, it wasn’t.
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