Review of The Big Red One (1980) by Pete W — 29 Aug 2009
This is one of the weirdest war movies I have seen. It is more like a war dramedy, which I didn't expect at all. There is some freaky shit going on. There is a German doctor who likes to kiss American soldiers on the mouth, there is a baby delivering scene in a tank, and there is a sergeant who likes to adorn his helmet with flowers. Starting to get the picture?
The only reason I initially wanted to see this film was because Mark "Luke fucking Skywalker" Hamill is in it. Seriously, where did he vanish? Unfortunately this movie is all over the place, and lacks direction. It is almost like a bunch of skits thrown together to make a movie. The only "plot" I could discern, was that we follow the same dudes through the entire World War II, and that's it. Shenanigans and a very stab-happy sergeant ensue.
I am certainly glad I watched this flick, if only for its surreal qualities. However, the unfortunate fact is it's almost an hour too long. We really didn't need well over two hours worth of this craziness.
"Poussez! Poussez!".
This review of The Big Red One (1980) was written by Pete W on 29 Aug 2009.
The Big Red One has generally received positive reviews.
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