In the treasure trove of World War II films, there are many classics that recreate that catastrophic event in that period of human history with unique perspectives and deep historical insights. Here are 10 must-see World War II movies that not only show the brutality of war and the complexity of human nature, but also give us a deeper understanding of the various aspects of that era.
Part 1: S**ing Private Ryan (1998).
Directed by Steven Spielberg, Saving Private Ryan is a classic World War II movie. The film shows the brutality of war and the brilliance of humanity through the plot of a squad of soldiers unfolding in a battle after the Normandy landings. The war scenes and special effects in the film are excellent, and the performances of the actors are also very good.
Part 2: Hacksaw Ridge (2016).
Based on a true story, "Hacksaw Ridge" is a story about a ** cultist Desmond Doss during World War II who saved the lives of many comrades on the cliffs of Hacksaw Ridge. The film showcases the kindness and courage in human nature through intense war scenes and heartwarming character stories.
Part 3: Schindler's List's list，1993）
Another classic World War II film directed by Steven Spielberg, Schindler's List, tells the story of Oskar Schindler, a German businessman who saves thousands of Jews during World War II. The film showcases the kindness and courage of human nature through deep historical insight and a touching plot.
Part 4: The Fall of the Empire (MoloChowski's diary，2004）
The Destruction of the Reich is a German film about the last days of the siege of Berlin. Through the eyes of ordinary people, the film shows the fear, helplessness and despair of people at the end of the war, while also revealing the dignity and courage of human nature.
Part 5: Enemy at the Gates (2001).
"Soldiers in the City" is a story about the battle between two snipers during the Soviet-German war. The film showcases bravery and sacrifice in war through a tense and exciting plot and excellent visuals.
Part 6: Pearl Harbor (2001).
Pearl Harbor is a film that tells the fate and experience of the three protagonists in the war after the Pearl Harbor incident during World War II. Through a touching plot and a touching **, this movie shows the devastation and suffering of war on human nature.
Part 7: Flags of Our Fathers (2006).
Based on the real-life experiences of James Bradley and John Bradley, Flags of the Fathers tells the heroic deeds of six soldiers in the Battle of Iwo Jima. The film showcases the brilliance of courage and humanity through heartwarming character stories and war scenes.
Part 8: "The Hunt for T34" (T-34, 2019).
The Hunt for T34 is a Russian film about the heroic deeds of a legendary T-34 tank and its crew. The film showcases the camaraderie and courage of tank crews through intense war scenes and heartwarming character stories.
Part 9: Band of Brothers (2001).
Blood in the Pacific is a TV series that depicts the Pacific Theater of World War II. Through a series of tense and exciting battle plots and profound character building, the play vividly reproduces the heroic deeds and sacrifice spirit of the Pacific Theater in World War II.
Part 10: Storming Juno (2010).
Landing on Juno Beach is a film that depicts the action in Juno Beach in World War II. The film showcases the courage and sacrifice of Canadian soldiers in the war by depicting the bravery of Canadian soldiers in Operation Juneau Beach.