Review of All Quiet on the Western Front (1930) by Tyler M — 19 Apr 2012
What do you expect in a war film? Blood? Explosions? Death? How about a war film with all those things, with one of the most gripping stories of all cinema. "All Quiet on the Western Front" is a true classic among war films; along with "Wings" and "Saving Private Ryan".
Released in 1930 - it was at first a propoganda tool than entertainment - yet today is a milestone amoung all war films are measured. With supurb acting from the main seven young men that lose it all on the front lines, there performances are scary and horrifying at times, as they slip slowly into death.
The standout performance of the film is Louis Wolheim as Kat, with his dry and witty performance as the leader of Regiment 2. The battle scences with rapid cutting and smoth cinematography makes this a film a classic.
The film is a dark, gritty, harrowing, heartbreaking motion picture. When the film was announced as the Best Picture of 1930 the announcer said the film was worthy "of the noble peace prize" and it certainly is.
This review of All Quiet on the Western Front (1930) was written by Tyler M on 19 Apr 2012.
All Quiet on the Western Front has generally received very positive reviews.
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