Viewed in
2006
Premise
Chronicles the lives of the Japanese soldiers during the ill-fated battle of Iwo Jima.
Who should watch
Ken Watanabe fans. Those who have seen 'Flags of Our Fathers'. Fans of great filmmaking.
Thoughts
While it stands alone as a great piece of film, watching this after 'Flags of Our Fathers' adds just that much more greatness. The characters do not cross paths often, but when they do, you understand the history behind these characters.
If you had to compare the two, I like this film better. Mainly because of the humanity factor. It is easier to care about young men in peril than about the politics of war. Nevertheless, I say both must be watched together.
What I would change
Like 'Letters of Iwo Jima', I would cut down on the gore a bit.
