HBO’s Band of Brothers, which debuted in 2001, stands as one of the seminal achievements in historical television. As the series approaches its 25th anniversary in 2026, its continued influence on audiences, scholars, and broader cultural discourse
When I give thought to my favorite World War II movies and war films in general, my top pick is still 1963's The Great Escape. This epic movie was produced and directed by John Sturges, based on Paul Brickhill's non-fiction book of the same name (s
On 25 April 2023, Citadel released a new book by author Dwayne Epstein titled Killin' Generals: The Making of The Dirty Dozen, the Most Iconic WW II Movie of All Time. I've picked up a copy of the book but have only skimmed through chapter titles
From Netflix: "All Quiet on the Western Front tells the gripping story of a young German soldier on the Western Front of World War I. Paul and his comrades experience first-hand how the initial euphoria of war turns into desperation and fear as they
As a Baby Boomer growing up in the early 1960s and son of a World War II veteran, Combat! was must-see TV. I have fond memories of watching this black-and-white show on our Zenith television set. Combat! was my favorite show.
This movie was based on a fictional book that was based on actual events and people. Typical movie of the era with John Wayne having a love interest with Donna Reed. However, plenty of other characters get screen time. Not heavy on action, more alon
Hints: He was born in NYC and now interred at Arlington National Cemetery. He served with the 4th Marine Division and was wounded during the Battle of Saipan. Following the War, he became quite famous.
“Ideals are peaceful. History is violent.” This dramatic quote spoken by Staff Sergeant Don ‘Wardaddy’ Collier (played by Brad Pitt), becomes a harbinger of subsequent events in Sony Pictures new World War II movie Fury
Memo to Hollywood: phony Southern accents don’t work. You’re either from the South or you’re not. Had Quentin Tarantino’s 2009 World War II fantasy Inglourious Basterds been print-only, the audience wouldn’t have to suffer through Brad Pitt’s dreadfu
