Title: Mel, You Had Great Material- what happened?
Review: Granted, this is a movie, and designed for entertainment, but the subject matter demanded better treatment for the honored dead- of both sides. The book this movie was based on was one of the finest Vietnam histories I've ever had the pleasure and honor to read. So it was with great eagerness that I awaited this film. Mel had access to the book's author,Lt. Gen.Harold G. Moore, as well as all available historical reference materials.So it was with deep regret that I saw Gibson take HUGE liberties with historical facts that were painted onto history's pages with the blood of those brave men. The performances were great; I've always been a Sam Elliot fan; but this doesn't excuse the end result.Do yourself a favor- read the book "We Were Soldiers Once And Young" if you want to truly capture the feel, as well as the facts of that battle. This is why I coud only give two stars as my rating.
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