Review of Enemy at the Gates (2001) by Nathan C — 16 Nov 2010
A beautifully shot and inspiring WWII film set during the Battle of Stalingrad. The plot follows the actual events of Vassilli Zietsev as he plays a cat-and-mouse game against his German counterpart. It's partially Hollywoodized to include a (surprisingly convincing though kind of pointless) romantic triangle.
Includes bits of Russian culture and mentality during Soviet rule throughout the battle, which adds interest. Great acting from all principles (Law, Fiennes, Weisz, and Harris) and a stirring store polish the final product, brilliantly directed by Jean Jacques-Annaud by the way.
Also notable are some well-done war sequences, such as the opening battle. However, there were a few unnecessary parts that could've been chopped off as it feels a bit too long, dramatic license is kind of a control freak in this one compared to historical accuracy, and there isn't really much tension that goes on.
Overall, it kinda pours the sap upon us, but Enemy at the Gates is actually well worth watching.
This review of Enemy at the Gates (2001) was written by Nathan C on 16 Nov 2010.
Enemy at the Gates has generally received positive reviews.
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