Review of The Big Red One (1980) by Freddie F — 14 Nov 2012
Not as brilliant overall as I remember, but there are some brilliant sections to it. Strangely peppered with what I felt was some misjudged humour, but you forget about this (as clearly I had), as the latter half of the film is pretty much perfect.
Lee Marvin, does of course give a fantasic performance which holds the whole film together. Also includes a very well staged sequence detailling the D Day landings, without the need for Tom blinkin' Hanks.
A cracker.
This review of The Big Red One (1980) was written by Freddie F on 14 Nov 2012.
The Big Red One has generally received positive reviews.
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