Review of Memphis Belle (1990) by Simon K — 05 Dec 2006

This film started my love of war films. Brilliant.

This review of Memphis Belle (1990) was written by Simon K on 05 Dec 2006.

Memphis Belle has generally received positive reviews.

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By Dan D (1,306) on 20 Oct 2011

It could perhaps be said that it's lacking in a balanced plot, but Memphis Belle is well-acted and provides plenty of the thrills expected…

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By Mark N (906) on 30 Apr 2017

Have loved this movie since I saw it at the cinema all those years ago. I've seen it many, many times since…

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By Mark K (1,243) on 03 Feb 2012

Despite taking many liberties with the reality of the actual plane and crew, Memphis Belle is a relatively good film with some good acting…

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By Bill S (2,971) on 24 Mar 2015

It has it's moments felt but, could have been much more intense if properly constructed - It's a pity…

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By James B (2,746) on 11 May 2015

Evocative of the time, I think, and provides a different perspective to the WW II air crew experience…

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By Chris H (3,076) on 05 Apr 2013

An aging action that you can laugh at the melodrama with but which is still thrilling and somewhat spectacular. I had a great time…

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By James O (968) on 04 Jun 2011

Great tale about the final mission on the Memphis Belle…

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By Stuart K (1,373) on 25 Nov 2012

This was a good little war film. I could definitely watch it again…

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By David F (1,889) on 12 Jan 2015

I remember drooling with anticipation when this movie came out and I was a 12 year old obsessed with WWII military action over Europe but rewatching…

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By Grant K (753) on 27 Aug 2013

A poorly acted picture with horrible FX and an inept script. There are so many comparable better pictures…

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