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Reviews
Band of Brothers (2001)
Best film - miniseries ever - just OVERWHELMING
I watched Band of Brothers for the second time a few days ago after buying the DVD and it thrilled me as much as the first time. I think the performances of the actors, directors, the incredible realism, the technical effects are just perfect, and the film becomes absolutely moving and entertaining and the same time. The best film experience I've ever had in front of a screen. As a European, I think that what the Americans did in WWII is amazing and we should all be grateful, and I invite those who criticize the Americans, that certainly have many defects, but also a lot of good things, to watch first Saving Private Ryan, and Second, the UNBELIEVABLE Band of Brothers (definitely better than the also great SPR), and after watching it, maybe the'll not speak about the Americans in such bad words and will admit that they also have a lot of virtues. America is a mix of ethnics from all over the world, like the mix we see in the soldiers of the Easy Company, that, like the Roman Empire, has proved to be very successful and the most powerful country in the world, and also like the Roman Empire, has proved to have important defects that should be corrected before they end like the Roman Empire did, which I personally, hope that never happens. My deepest respect to all the soldiers who fought with the Allies in WWII.
The Russia House (1990)
Romantic vision of Russia in the end of the communist age
Very interesting film, specially for people who feel some kind of attraction toward Russia. It contains some of the first images filmed by American cinema industry in former Soviet Union. The rhythm is a little slow, but it's compensated by the excellent story, scenario and performances. The characters are very well defined. Michelle Pfeiffer plays one of her greatest performances and Sean Connery and Kalus Maria Brandauer have also very remarkable roles. I've personally visited Russia and the film reflects very well the general atmosphere ... the essence of the country. To my opinion, it's the best film ever filmed in Russia.