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Movie Reviews of Carrier
Movie Review: Carrier Keeps it REAL
Summary: 5 Stars
I have been in the Navy for 17 1/2 years. I have been on six deployments in that time. Two of those deployments on USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). So when I say this is a acurate look at what a deployment is like...I think I am a person who knows what they are talking about.
If you want a bunch of pompus officers sitting there spitting out the same talking points you can hear again and again then this isn't the documentary for you. However, if you want an honest uncensored look at what is like on a deployment then this is what you want to watch.
You see the good and the bad. The Sailors drawing strength from each other as days turn into weeks and then months. You see how crap really does roll down hill as far as things not being the way they should be.
Now, I have read that some who have said, "I can't believe these young Sailors and the way they are acting in this video."
Well here is a honest look at those who are young, those who are in the middle and those who are older.
Many of those younger folks in the military do as little as possible and get mad when they are told to do something right.
You see it all here.
The one sraw back of this video is that it spends too much of its time in Air Department. I really wish it had taken more time with other departments.
This video is as real as it gets...and I hope everyone who has a family member serving on a carrier watches this!
Movie Review: Unsung Heros Sung at Last
Summary: 5 Stars
My father worked on aircraft carriers (including the Nimitz), not as a sailor but as an engineer who worked on the designs. So when I found out this show was airing, I marked my calendar so as not to miss a single episode. I was not disappointed. I remember my father describing life aboard aircraft carriers as being like "a city at sea," but I never fully understood what he meant by that until seeing this series. Of course one of the most exciting, suspense-filled episodes is the one where they show the aircraft taking off and landing. But the real story that's uncovered is just how much manpower it takes to make that happen.
I was literally moved tears to see the sacrifices these young recruits make, and my heart goes out to them. All episodes are good but my least favorite of them is episode 8, "True Believers" which explores the many faiths on board the Nimitz. In place of this episode, I would've preferred to see a visit to the ship's hospital or clinic, with interviews with the ship's doctor, dentist, and nurse, to see how the medical personnel fit into the overall scheme of things. Overall, this series gives an unbiased glimpse into the interworkings of an aircraft carrier that highlights the human element. I highly recommend this series to anyone.
Movie Review: We pay for the boat, we should see the boat.
Summary: 5 Stars
The film crew surpassed my expectation of a documentary. My dad is a retired aircraft carrier jet pilot. My beloved Godfather Bart, was tragically killed flying his jet in take off. As a kid, I use to go aboard anchored carriers for visits and dinners. "Carrier" represents the passion, glory, trenches, camaraderie, honors and disciplines of each person aboard. It follows each crew member in exclusive, unique jobs, who does them and why. Protocols, secrets, parties, missions, danger, hazards. Men and women working side-by-side in closed conditions with opposing politics. Women in high ranks. Races, religions and sexual orientations living tightly. If you know everything about the Navy, you'll love this. Flying on the ball? You'll see what that's all about. Never before has a documentary been made of this exacting detail. If you served in the Navy, you must see this. Your keen mind will never observe a repetitive scene. We pay for the boat, we should see the boat. Every sailor ends their duty with either of two things: maturity and knowledge of what they want or don't want to do with their life. You will watch this over and over again, and always have a new understanding of what it means to be an American, and the whole patriotic thing.Movie Review: Interesting doesn't even begin to cover it
Summary: 5 Stars
I added this to our Netflix streaming queue last weekend, and started watching. I thought I'd give it a chance but probably end up bored. Not the case at all! We have watched 8 episodes, and I'm bummed that there are only two more!
This series is absolutely fascinating. The Navy is my "favorite" branch of the service - my Dad served on the USS Midway, and I was baptized on the ship. You could say I have a from-the-cradle loyalty to the Navy ;-)
It's so intriguing to watch the inner workings of a deployment & life on an aircraft carrier. We are privy to the personal stories of select crew members, the ups and downs of life both at home and at sea for each of them. I got really involved in what was going on for some of these folks. I saw that someone mentioned they'd like a follow-up on the sailors - I would too. Just 10 episodes, but they get in-depth and it just draws you in.
I think this is a magnificent documentary/"reality" series. I spent 600 minutes over the course of a week watching each episode, and don't regret a minute of the time spent. Whether you rent or buy, you won't either. We are giving the DVD to my Dad for Christmas this year. I hope he enjoys it as much as we did.
Movie Review: A great documentary, masterfully produced
Summary: 5 Stars
The production of this documentary is as impressive as the people it portrays. The shot quality, the content, and the editing are all beyond first rate. The film is an excellent inside look into today's military, from the lowliest seaman recruit to a carrier task force commander. The subjects are human and engaging. The young people especially are so impressive. Those of us who are used to seeing 18 year-olds hanging out at the mall and texting and gossiping will appreciate what those kids could be if given the opportunity. The level of responsibility these people have is amazing. I can't say enough about this film. People who are not familiar with the military would do well to watch it, because it does an excellent job of showing what the military culture is all about. It's really inspiring, and not just in a rah-rah-rah patriotic way, but more in just a human way. It would be great if at some point the same production crew would do a similar film on the Army or Marine Corps. It would be great for the American people to see what their military is doing and to see the extraordinary work these people do. Two thumbs up.