Review of Apocalypse Now (1979) by Tonivuc — 11 Aug 2015
My first time seeing the movie was the remake. The famous valkyrie helicopter scene felt pointless, dragged out and without suspense. Just endless death, didn't make me cheer for anyone. It gets better in the middle as you get to know the supporting cast better.
The ending is ridicilous, unbelievable. Everyone knows war is **** but this movie is taking it too far by creating ridiculous scenarios. It's got something going for it though. The acting is good and there is a feeling of mystery as they venture further and further into the jungle.
Sadly apocalypse now feels like a dokudrama on drugs and fails to provoke anything but boredom, intrigue and despise. Maybe that was what it wanted to do, but I surely didn't enjoy it.
This review of Apocalypse Now (1979) was written by Tonivuc on 11 Aug 2015.
Apocalypse Now has generally received very positive reviews.
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