They Were Expendable
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Movie Reviews of They Were Expendable
Movie Review: Unadorned war
Summary: 5 Stars
It's hard not to overpraise this wonderful depictment of the disastrous opening phase of America's Second World War in the Pacific. There are a couple of criticisms to make, however, basically about the lack of the Filipino or Japanese viewpoints. We see neither here; the Philipine theater is just a backdrop for the heroic and anti-heroic events that befell one of America's PT squadrons. That aside, John Ford's direction and marvelous performances by a big cast are enough to rate this film with "Battleground" and "Twelve O'Clock High" as the best American movies about WW2.Movie Review: They were...and so is this movie.
Summary: 3 Stars
I have one thing to say.....BORING!I should have followed my instincts on this one, but unfortunately I fell for some of the reviews here and that was clearly a mistake.First of all Robert Montgomery is terrible in the lead role, he just doesnt have the presence to pull it off. And secondly, if you expect action in this film you will be sorely disappointed, as I am. Like I said, I should have known better. No disrespect to the men that fought in the Pacific, but this movie doesnt do you justice. Very dull. Wish I hadn't bought this.
Movie Review: An Overlooked Classic
Summary: 5 Stars
It is easy to understand why "They Were Expendable" was not a popular film at the time of release. America had won the war, and the public was in no mood to view a film that told a story of defeat. Pity. This brilliant work told a simple story of how men, unprepared for war, dealt with the all too real weight of impending defeat at the hands of a superior enemy. The cast is outstanding, especially John Wayne, who actually plays a role with understated (for him)simplicity. The action sequences are astonishing - especially the initial sequence in Manilla Bay. Based on a true story, John Ford's respectful tribute is wonderful to behold. In my opinion, "Battleground" "12'O Clock High" and "They Were Expendable" are the best period WWII films ever made.Movie Review: excellent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
One of the best WWII movies ever made. On anybodys top ten list of fine films about WWII. Anyone who thinks this picture isn't good dosn't know what there talking about. Not only is it fine film making, it is also essential history about a dark period in our country when a small group of people pulled togeather to fight for freedome and what was right. Robert Montgomery is excellent with just the right blend of humor to off set John Wayne's characters hot headeness. The supporting cast is outstanding, with the great Ward Bond, a now forgotten character actor who made more classic movies than any other actor in history, from Gone with the Wind to the Maltese Falcon, The Searchers to The Grapes of Wrath......This picture should be shown to the younger people today along with an explination that this is some of what their Grandparents went through. This picture is one of the "Saving Private Ryans" of its day.Movie Review: BAD!
Summary: 1 Stars
Every shot in this movie is beautifully composed and the photography is gorgeous.
The problem? THERE IS NO STORY! It's basically a bunch of PT crewmen having a some nondescript battles, leading to no climax. A love story with John Wayne and Donna Reed is teased and then thrown away.
There are no dramatic high's or lows in this movie, and it is ultimately uninvolving.