Review of Catch-22 (1970) by David F — 26 Sep 2008
The best war movie I have ever seen. Alan Arkin is absolutely incredible in his role as the only sane man in an insane scenario.
I hear that this is nothing like the book, and I'm glad - because the only movie I have seen that truly followed a novel practically verbatim was Michael Crichton's "Sphere" which did not translate well to screen at all. One must appreciate the difference in medium... especially in regard to the fact that books allow the reader into the mind and subconscious of its characters while a movie relies purely on physical and verbal expressions to relay messages and feelings to the viewer.
I thought this film was absolutely flawless and did a phenomenal job of pointing out how stupid and selfish the concept of war itself really is... fighting for peace is the ultimate "Catch-22.".
This review of Catch-22 (1970) was written by David F on 26 Sep 2008.
Catch-22 has generally received positive reviews.
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