Let's see, where shall I begin ? Well, I should tell you I enjoyed this film very much. I have spoken with a few Civil War historians, and they have concurred that the piece was factual, and quite authentic. I personally thought that Stephen Lang's portrayal of Stonewall Jackson was the highlight of this production. As I sat and watched this "marathon" of United States History, I marvelled at the costuming, and scenery. I was more than pleased to learn that the movie was shot on the very grounds in which many of the battles it depicted took place. With each scene that involved Robert E. Lee's character, played marvelously by Robert Duvall, I was simply amazed at the likeness he actually had to the General himself. I think the strongest compliment I could give this movie, was that I saw Stonewall Jackson, Robert E. Lee, and Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain on the screen, not Stephen Lang, Robert Duvall, or Jeff Daniels. This movie made my mind actually travel to the very years it encompassed.
The only somewhat negative thing I can say is that it was truly a marathon at nearly four hours. Thank goodness for intermission.
The only somewhat negative thing I can say is that it was truly a marathon at nearly four hours. Thank goodness for intermission.