The Thin Red Line
1998
The story of a group of men, an Army Rifle company called C-for-Charlie, who change, suffer, and ultimately make essential discoveries about themselves during the fierce World War II battle of Guadalcanal. It follows their journey, from the surprise of an unopposed landing, through the bloody and exhausting battles that follow, to the ultimate departure of those who survived.
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My notes
Third viewing, first in theater, second after the war on dvd, third Criteron blu-ray
It might have been because I was younger, but I think I liked this movie more when I was fresh back from the war. The cinematography is still gorgeous - keeping Malick as my favorite director for that stunning sort of dreamlike effect.
It was the philosophical elements that fell short for me on this viewing. That and the idea that the leaders were just there to do their thing, to get an accomplishment that they could then use to get promoted. Might need to rewatch and re-appraise.