In Harm's Way

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Blu B A War Melodrama Classic. Really well made all around. This is basically something like what Michael Bay was trying to go for with Pearl Harbor for better or for worse. Mixing romance, family drama, and war together. This does a great job going at a slow burn and fitting in so much drama that gets you invested in the characters and in the conflict. It really never feels jumpy. Just very long and it does have a payoff with a big naval battle at the end and lots of stuff happening. Thing is it's well done but was it worth sitting for two and a half hours? Yeah but this defintely could be shortened 40 minutes probably in bits and pieces here and there and not lose much. I can't really point to one scene or character arc that could be rolled back to its credit though. Anyone who is a fan of any actors in this, the director, war films, or films that mix war and melodrama together should check this out. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/24/25 Full Review Audience Member Great Movie. Interesting Characters that evolve. the War accentuate those and reveals true heroism but also bitterness and cowardices that can be in us and lead us to do crazy stuff. Another thing which makes this Film unique is the way it deals with human loss. It is serious and realistic about it. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/12/24 Full Review Mitch L This is a great movie with a great cast. I thought like I was back in World War II. John Wayne was excellent as were all the actors and actresses. I highly recommend this movie. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/10/24 Full Review Steve D Wayne sinks it for me. Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 01/04/24 Full Review David R A wonderful action movie loosely based on the fighting in the pacific during WWII where the Japanese lost most of their Navy after underestimating the range and ability of the U.S. Air Force. Using original black and white footage woven together with set pieces and a good degree of dramatic license, the film manages through a couple of intriguing sub plots to capture and hold viewer interest while offering enough blood and guts to satisfy veteran WWII movie aficionados. And with the cherry on top being John Wayne paired with the always dependable Kirk Douglas, the movie contains enough star power to satisfy even the fussiest popcorn eating, couch surfer. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/22/23 Full Review Jack S Wayne is imposing in this one as a naval officer during the early days of WW2. The story of his rise in the ranks, including his love affair with nurse Neal, is very well presented. However, too many melodramatic sub-plots seriously bog down the rest of the proceedings. One example: Douglas' sordid personal story's details are a pointless distraction. Overlong, but still worth a look, particularly for Wayne fans. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 08/12/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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