They Were Expendable
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Movie Reviews of They Were Expendable
Movie Review: Captures the Pain of Early Pacific-War American Defeats
Summary: 4 Stars
The situation was grim. Pearl Harbor had been attacked and the US fleet was gone, notably the oft-discussed USS Arizona. American land forces in the Philippines were greatly outnumbered by Japanese forces. The Japanese had aerial supremacy, and had battleships and other large naval vessels. The US Navy, and the naval lieutenant played by John Wayne, had PT boats, which some called "motorized canoes". The Americans were told in no uncertain terms that they were to be sacrificed--in effect, bunting so that some successive American forces could score the home run.
The worth of the PT boats was proved by the sinking of a large Japanese military vessel by sustained torpedo fire. They were also used to evacuate General McArthur and other important military figures.
Bataan fell. The PT boat officers were evacuated by planes to the US to develop PT strategy. McArthur said: "I shall return".
Movie Review: A spendid story ... but
Summary: 4 Stars
This is certainly a classic John Wayne war movie. I take a star away only because it departs too much from the book of the same name. The true story of Admiral (then Lieutenant) Bulkeley's exploits in the early days of the war is a much more powerful story than that portrayed in the movie. I had the honor of meeting Admiral Bulkeley before his death. As a naval officer, it was an honor to follow in the footsteps of this unassuming hero; a holder of the Congressional Medal of Honor. He helped shape our victory in WWII and the Navy that followed after. Watch the movie and cheer John Wayne on. Then read the book of the same name.Movie Review: Excellent WWII movie
Summary: 4 Stars
An excellent movie about early WWII. Not only shows combat for an unusual part of the navy (PT boats), but deals with the difficult decisions that commanders must make. John Wayne, Robert Montgomery and Donna Reed are all very good. One of John Ford's best.Movie Review: Excellent and moving portrayal of America as we once were
Summary: 4 Stars
The quality of the DVD is excellent, making viewing the film a good experience. I had seen this film many years ago and seeing it again brings back many memories. Oh, how I wish America had held on to those good qualities.Movie Review: Too many of a good product
Summary: 4 Stars
I was pleased with receiving my order in a timely fashion, however, the company mistakenly duplicated the order, so I received two DVDs, one of which I have no use for.