Review of Hell in the Pacific (1968) by Eric H — 07 Aug 2016

This film, of all the ones I have ever seen (much less reviewed), has the distinction of being one of the most perfect examples of a pure cinematic experience. The story is remarkably compelling. Told nearly exclusively in a visual language, it is fascinating to see these two great actors, Mifune and Marvin, relate to each other as human beings, while being completely unable to understand each other verbally.

This film should be a must-see for any cinemaphile. Brilliantly directed in two very different ways: first of all, visually and then from a stand point of the acting. The challenges of making this film had to be enormous.

.. filming on the water, dealing with the language barrier, and all the while never letting the core themes of the film suffer. This film is a great achievement. Bravo!