SAVING PRIVATE RYAN (1998) | BRITISH GIRL FIRST TIME WATCHING | MOVIE REACTION
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Welcome to my reaction video where I watch Saving Private Ryan (1998) for the first time in honour of Remembrance Day & Veteran’s Day on 11 November 2024 in the United Kingdom, Canada, and The United States of America.
Join me as I share my reactions, commentary, and review of one of the most harrowing and epic war stories ever told. This film shook me to my core. My heart is mournful and grateful to the men who fought bravely on the Normandy beaches.
My next movie date will further honour those soldiers.
Watching this WWII masterpiece was a privilege, even with so many devastating scenes, and I am in adoration of the brave soldiers who fought for our freedom. I’d love to know which scenes stayed with you the most after watching this storytelling triumph. Would you say the movie is historically accurate?
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New fan here loved ur reaction cant wait for some more reactions . Shed a few tears with ya this one always hits
Though the plot was fictional, the horrors of war were very grafically spot on.
Though the plot was fictional, the horrors of war were very grafically spot on.
In many ways it's accurate.. the movie " Full Metal Jacket " is another very accurate war film for the most part.. " Windtalkers " is another WW2 war movie that's good.. as well as " Pearl Harbor ". Good reaction sweet love.. keep up the good work(s) !🙂
The story of saving private Ryan itself was fictional but the actual storming of the beach that day the battle was pretty much a historically accurate portrayal of what happened that day.
the Band of Brothers miniseries is a must watch now 😊
Seconded.
Yes, then The Pacific and then Masters of the Air
Yes please. New sub here for it. 😊
@@Randomizer939 All three are a must watch. But Band of Brothers is the masterpiece of masterpieces.
What they said
The mother collapsing on the porch is what crushes my soul every time I watch this film.
Broke my heart.
Many thousands of US mothers put red star flags in their window to show support for their sons fighting in the war . When they were told that son was killed in battle their red star was replaced with a gold star . Here's to all the red star and gold star mothers . I enlisted into the US Navy in 1985 . My mother wept when I left for basic training . Her father served for two years in the Korean War .
Same, every time I see that I can only think of my mom if she heard that me or my brothers had been killed. After seeing that it has been like my mission to make sure I outlive her so she never has to go through that.
@ronweber1402 I think otherwise . My mother adopted my niece when she was a toddler . I want my niece to grow into a grown woman.and have her Memaw see her become a wife and mother . I'm ready to fight and die for the future of my mother and niece.
@@victorwaddell6530 No one debates the value of fighting to right a wrong (in this case, to stop a tyrant). It's just tragic no matter how you slice it. All of those millions of people died because of one little man. Your mother will collapse if you niece dies in combat, no matter if that she is fighting is right or wrong.
When Ryan’s wife reads the name on the headstone, she reads it like she has never heard the name before. Meaning Ryan never talked about it and has been carrying this story with him for most of his life. True of many veterans from wars past.
I've seen this movie a million times and never thought about that. Great point. Great point out. So true
This is very true. I was a caretaker for my grandfather for 2 decades. In all that time he never spoke of his service. The only time he ever talked about war was one time a news report came on talking about how US veterans weren't getting everything they needed. I asked him "grandpa, what do you think we could do to make things better for veterans?"
His answer: "Stop making more of us." That has stuck with me my entire life.
I was raised by my Grandma and Grandpa, he was Retired US Navy and served in the Pacific during WWII. Although he talked about the Navy a lot, and was my primary inspiration for making the US Navy a career as well, it was not until he passed away and we found his training and service record that we knew what battles he had been in during WWII, Korea and the beginning of Vietnam and what medals he had earned. He never told us any of that. We also found out that one of the ships he was on was sunk and he survived it, being rescued at sea.
These men did incredible things but never saw fit to 'brag' about it. They just lived their lives thankful for the gift they were given. I am also thankful for the gift I was given through my Grandparents and their sacrifice.
What an important part of the film to point out, and share. Thank you! I didn’t clock that at all. So true for many veterans, I’m sure. Makes the mental weight these men carry impossible to conceive.
His answer will stay with me too.
I am a combat veteran. First I need to thank you. You can not possibly know the good you have just done. Seeing you react is very very therapeutic to veterans and is very healing to us.
By doing this you have helped make our lives so much better. Thank you for this and may God bless you for the rest of your life.
Thank you for all you’ve sacrificed! What a moving and tender message to read. Thank you for your kind message to me. It was the least I could do to show my gratitude to how bravely everyone fought. I am honoured that you’ve watched my reaction video. God bless you.
I had two deployments to Afghanistan, US Army 11C infantry mortars. One thing movies can never replicate is the smells.
Good comment. Those of us in combat cannot really explain the situation and so we typically deal in private. Don't know you brother but ypu have my love.
I've never been in combat, so have little no or idea what you went through. However my father was a veteran of WW2. He served across Europe and Africa. He was a 19 year old lad from Manchester when war was declared. He was afraid of NOTHING. So I have a small, very small understanding of what he, and you have been through. John 'Tommy' Hindley I honour your memory. Rest in peace Dad.
What a lovely and respectful reaction
Thank you for your ace comment.
I thought that too
My grandfather was in the Army in WWII and was shot by a German sniper, but lived to make it home. I was in the Army and in the first Gulf War. My son was in the Army and in the Iraq War. My son and I, despite being combat veterans, each know that neither of us went through anything like what my grandfather went through. I cry every time I see a reaction to this movie, including this time with you, but it's a healthy cry from a good place. Thank you for taking the time to watch this movie.
Thank you and the men in your family for their great service. That is some honour passed down. Many thanks as well for supporting the channel.
It's "WE" the audience who are the older Ryan in that last scene, asking people like the deceased Captain Miller if we have "earned this" ... The gift that they have given us.
They weren't saving private Ryan.
They were saving us.
We should earn this
Your comment has made my eyes so blurry. I never considered that. And I read your words and thought… of course… my God. I’ll be thinking about that for a long time to come, I think. Thanks so much for sharing your insight. And for watching the video.
@@MovieDateWithKate I've always wondered if the character Upham (who is portrayed as a bit of a coward) was chosen as a complete opposite of New Zealander Charles Upham. He became one of only three people ever to win the Victoria Cross twice for his actions in Crete in 1941 and Egypt in 1942.
I am sure I am not alone of late of wondering what those men must think of what is happening now. Especially as, despite their monumental sacrifice, it seems we have another big war brewing.
At the Academy Awards Steven Spielberg said that these were a bunch of 18, 19 and 20 year olds and they saved the whole damn world. This is why this was the Greatest Generation, they survived the Great Depression, they then stood up to stop a mad man.
Heroic doesn’t even cover it. You’re completely right. Thank you for sharing your insight.
@@MovieDateWithKateYou watching this movie, and the manner in which you reacted to it, Honors the men who fought in the war.
That is really the only thing that we can do for them - acknowledge all that they did, for all of us.
And do what we can to protect and preserve the Freedom and Democracy, that they fought and Sacrificed for.
Not to diminish what British and Americans went through, but the Soviets defeated 80% of the German armed forces. The western allies took on 10%, another 10% were garrisoned in occupied countries.
The 10-part series “Band of Brothers” is based on the real stories of actual soldiers and is considered one of the greatest television series ever produced. Most of it was shot in England and many of the actors (perfectly) portraying Americans were actually English, Irish and Scottish. Tom Hanks co-wrote episode 1, directed episode 5 and made some brief cameos. Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks were executive producers. Highly recommended!
Yes please consider BoB. Another step better than SPR in my opinion.
A superb series.
Tom Hanks does not appear in the series. He does provide the distant voice of the wounded German soldier across the river in episode 9.
@ He has an extremely brief cameo as one of the red beret wearing “Red Devils” in episode 5 when Easy Company is being thanked. (It can be easier to see on a dvd when the scene can be precisely paused and then forwarded frame by frame.) In addition, as mentioned, there is the voice of the wounded soldier calling over the river, which is in episode 8, I believe, not 9. Some people have suggested that he was one of the French soldiers shooting German prisoners in episode 9 as Easy Company drives past, but that has not been definitely confirmed to be Tom Hanks.
Thank you very much for the recommendation. I’m certainly considering filming it for the channel. :)
If anyone reading this visits New Orleans in the future, I highly recommend visiting the National WWII Museum there. There's an exhibit show called "Beyond All Boundaries" in 4D that is awesome and is narrated by Tom Hanks. It really makes you appreciate the Greatest Generation even more and what they went through. I was weeping at the end. Torn between being grateful for what that generation went through and ashamed at how spoiled we have it now.
I just visited there last year for the first time. It was incredible!
I visited it not long after it opened. Quite impressive.
Yo I went there during a high dchool school trip (I grew up in Wisconsin) and that was high key one of the best trips I’ve ever been on and I specifically remember really enjoying the WWII museum, even if at the time I couldn’t appreciate it for what it’s worth.
I really hope to reach there some day. It would be an eye opening experience to say the least.
You mentioned early on about the medics and how hard their job must be, then "Hacksaw Ridge" must be on your list of war movies. True story about a World War II army medic and well worth your time. Your commentary on this movie made me subscribe. You were excellant.
Thank you ever so much for the high praise and for your recommendation. That’s wonderful you’ve subscribed. Stay tuned. :)
Indeed. In agreement with all that you said.
Yes your reaction to Saving Private Ryan and your intelligent heartfelt comments made me subscribe too. I had completely forgotten about Hacksaw Ridge, based on a real person and true story. Also you might like The Good The Bad And The Ugly. A western but also a powerful Anti -war movie
Upham was a clerk.He didn’t train as a grunt so he wasn’t used to combat and didn’t really know what to do.
Based off the Nylund brothers. They were separated after the Sulivan disaster. 1 killed on beach landings, 1 killed airborne landings. The 3rd son was shot down in South East Asia and listed as KIA. The 4th brother dropped into Normandy as well, but no rescue mission was sent. When his unit was eventually relieved he was just sent home per the lone survivor policy.
Amazingly the son shot down survived for awhile in the jungle before being captured by the Japenese, and survived in a POW camp until the end of the war. No small feat.
Almost a year and a half after his mother had been notified he'd been killed in action he walked back onto her life.
That which was lost, was found.
The sniper Jackson was was a rural farmboy from Tennessee for reason. Most of the most decorated snipers worldwide grew up in rural areas because they grew up shooting firearms from a young age. This goes for females also. Look up women and girl snipers from Russia and Finland who of course were farmgirls.
Excellent comment. Kids from rural America and Eurasia had that in common.
That’s really terrific to know! Thank you for sharing. My colleague is Finnish and her family have lots of farmland near Lapland with reindeer. The Sami people are good with weaponry, I believe. I can’t even imagine being a part of a peaceful farm life existence and then getting drafted.
I love how he was reciting words from the Bible while shooting with his rifle even though he died in the end it
gave him stength during his mission.
@@MovieDateWithKate The Finns and Sami people have unique DNA also. When our family did our DNA we are mostly Spaniard (Celtic, Basque) as it was listed, then Russian, Finnish and Mayan. We were surprised by the Finnish. Since then I've wanted to visit Finland. After watching a documentary on LOTR my late mom was fascinated that Tolkien created the Elf language from a Finnish dialect only spoken on a Finnish island. My Aunt and my mom did our genealogy back a thousand years also visiting little towns in northern Spain including the Basque region to find documents showing ancestors traveled to New Spain (Mexico) as Conquistadors and then families of them arriving after in the 1600's and then our family coming to the U.S. in the early 1900's.
@@gregorygant4242 Well Tennessee is in the so called 'Bible Belt'.
It is a real masterpiece. The scene of the mom getting the news is always heart breaking
Absolutely with you there! 😢
My first day working for the VA over 25 years ago they took us to the director's conference room and showed us a shortened version of the Normandy landing scene (the beginning). Then the lights came up, and the hospital director, Mr Pennington walked in and began, "These are the people we serve...". And that began my career serving the US veteran. Kate your reactions are so pure and honest, don't change your approach. It's perfect the way it is! You honor these men and women with your heartfelt words. Thank you so much!
Such a lovely reaction to my video. Thank you for your kind words! And all the time, care, and support you have given to the veterans whose bodies surely were never the same, thank you. I hope to see you at the next movie date at the end of the week (Hacksaw Ridge) :)
Great reaction... "Earn it" is a message for all of us that can live free thanks to their sacrifice.
So true, I’m thinking about that this morning and what it means to be safe. Thank you for watching.
What a wonderful reaction Kate. If you realize, Ryan probably never told no one about this story (like many war veterans). In the end, deep feelings spring from our soul. You´re very sensitive and I like it so much.
Thank you for saying that. It’s true, I am. I feel things deeply but in instances like this it’s a great thing to appreciate awesome cinema. Thanks for the support, and I do agree with the point about Ryan keeping these stories to himself. I didn’t grasp that first time watching but now I see it it makes it all the more deeply saddening.
Band of Brothers next for sure please! It is the TV best show ever made. No other comparison.
I don't know how many times I've watched this masterpiece, but every single time, it reminds me once again what can be done by those who devote themselves to incredible storytelling.
I have to say personally, a special shout-out to the sound department. You mentioned about how it feels like you're another soldier, *in* that moment with them, and while the visuals are absolutely incredible -- the sounds are just, completely immersive. Thanks for a great, honest reaction.
I totally and completely agree. It was immersive with all its might. Thank you for supporting the channel!
@@MovieDateWithKate Fantastic reaction, Kate! My wife and I watched this movie in the theater when it was first released. Ten minutes in, during the initial landing on Omaha Beach, I realized that I had ducked all the way down into my seat because the sounds of bullets ricocheting around me was absolutely terrifying!
After the movie, I said to my wife that before graduating high school (or secondary school, in the UK), every student in the free world should be required to watch this film and write an essay entitled "Why I Can Hang Out with My Friends Whenever I Want." None of us can possibly understand the debt that we owe to the Greatest Generation.
I was at a restaurant/show in Tennessee yesterday and they asked for any veterans to stand and be recognized before the show started, after I stood at our table in a room full of a few hundred patrons I was nearly alone in my entire section with only a handful of others I could see elsewhere. The beginning with him walking ahead of the family towards the graves by himself one could say is strong symbolism for veterans in how we walk alone sometimes. Thanks for your kind words and lovely reaction.
Kate, I just found your channel and I want to commend you for the excellent reaction! I am a Desert Storm Veteran and I had two uncles that served in WWII. One of them just died a few years ago and was in Pearl Harbor on that fateful day of 07 Dec 1941. He earned a purple heart for his rescuing efforts. But he never spoke (to me anyway) about that day - even after I got back from my duty.
I look forward to more from your channel!
Thank you so much for your kind words. I loved reading about your uncles. That is so astonishing he fought at Pearl Harbour and lived to a grand old age. I’m sorry you lost him. Really does show you the pain and tragedy they must have felt about their experiences but kept them in a box so to speak. Never to open, not even to men like you who understand fighting and war. What a hero. 🤍
Hello Kate. This was my favorite war movie also. My step father landed on Normandy as an American Sargent leading a squad of solders. He was shot up but refused to leave the battle, he wouldn't leave his men. He took them all the way thru many battles with Germans until he took more injuries and had to be taken back to England then home. I didn't know all this from him because the war was too much for him to talk about, but when he died from cancer, a man at his funeral, approached me and said he was with my dad in the war and he told me about my stepdad. Later while going thru his things I found a box with war medals, 17 in total. He said no to going to see this movie because he was there and didn't want to go thru it again, I can understand. Your reaction and tears show you have a good heart and that you care. I love your British accent and how you described what you just saw.
❤ The lump in my throat is preventing me from talking and typing 😉 Another wonderful, heartfelt reaction Kate ❤
Thank you so much for the high praise. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
A genuinely heartrending and beautiful reaction. Your voice adds layers to it.
Thank you ever so much! That’s lovely praise to receive.
The two soldiers that surrendered then got shot at the beach were saying "Don't shoot! We're Czech! Don't shoot!". Many soldiers in German army were conscripted from different countries and many were forced. Also the soldier that passed Upham at the stairs was a different character to the soldier that shot the captain. I thought they were the same for a long time.
Thanks so much for pointing that out. :) and thank you for watching!
Upham was a clerk, meant for typewriting and translations. He never asked for the mission and no one had actually thought he would be cut out for it either.
The scene with Wade, the medic calling for his mother gets me every time
It’s one of the hardest scenes to watch.
BRILLIANT REACTION!
You had me choking up. One thing I think you may have misheard though(or maybe I misheard you); Miller does NOT tell Ryan that he "earned it", Miller was imploring Ryan to "earn it" with his future life, echoing his earlier comment when he said said "This Ryan better be worth it. He better go home and cure some disease or invent a longer-lasting light bulb or somerging"
Thank you so much! Yes, I actually misheard that moment 🙈 (gutted I did!) And that makes even more sense following on from what Miller said. Thanks for making it clear for me. Cheers for watching my video.
Good job, Kate. My father was in the 90th Infantry Division in WWII. They fought from Normandy across France, through Germany, and wound up just outside Prague, waiting for the Russians to "liberate" the city. He lost friends in that war and came close to being killed, himself, more than once. He was decorated for heroism, but never spoke of his experiences unless asked directly. And, then, his answers were always short and to the point. He never elaborated. He never "told war stories". I served, in my turn, during Vietnam. I got lucky. I went to Germany, instead. I met many German veterans of WWII. They were, to a man, like my father. I think most veterans are like that; proud of their service, but unwilling to speak of it to anyone who hasn't experienced it themselves. This film did a great deal to show why.
Thank you for this, Kate. Beautifully done. I was deeply touched by your comments, insights, and deep humanity. One of the terrible things about war is that, for many veterans, the nightmares never end. Having seen and experienced indescribable horror, they do their best to adjust to a semblance of normality upon their return to civilian life. The families of those with crushing PTSD are often profoundly affected by the vet's struggle to come to terms with the nightmare of what they've seen and experienced. It can be especially difficult for their children. Yes, World War 2 officially ended in 1945, but for some, It is a crushing legacy that remains. Your tender and heartfelt reaction to "Saving Private Ryan" is, I believe, a gift for those who are the recipients of this tragic legacy.
A remarkable reaction, which does you tremendous credit, you made comments only when necessary, you followed what was going on, you genuinely understood the emotions and the stress the soldiers would have experienced, and I was thoroughly impressed! well done, and thank you.... keep up the good work in your reactions... My compliments!
An American War Classic is "Sergeant York" based on a true WWI hero starring Gary Cooper. Worth watching.
One of the best reactions I've seen for this movie. You were so invested and emotionally involved. Thank you very much.
It was my pleasure - I wanted to feel as much as possible for this story of war. Ultimately, to feel grateful to everyone who gave their life. Thanks for the praise & encouragement.
the best first 20min in movie history
Beautiful woman right there. I could listen to you talk all day. Love your accent.
It does this 59 year old heart good to see such emotional depth and sensitivity in someone from your generation.
Thank you kindly :)
I love this film, it's truly a masterpiece in storytelling as well as a beautiful homage to the soldiers that fought and died for our freedom. They sacrificed themselves so that I can live in peace and pursue happiness. I'm enormously grateful and I don't intend on wasting my chance at life. Thank you, God Bless you, brave soldiers, I salute you.
A beautiful message, and I completely second everything you said. Thank you for sharing.
One of the very best war films. Thanks for the reaction.
Great reaction to this. Would love to see you do Band of Brothers next. Simply the best miniseries of all time.
Thank you!! I’m certainly looking into it further! Cheers for watching.
Thank you so much for reacting to this movie. While the story itself isn't a true story, so much of the details, emotions and experiences are very accurate. It's so important to understand the realities of war. Everyone should watch this movie.
Thank you for this reaction, Kate. Looking forward to many more.
You’re so welcome. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for supporting my channel.
Wilfred Owen, how terribly fitting. "Surely we have perished, sleeping, and walk in hell."
Thank you for sharing! I’m glad you thought the same.
This is the first time i subscribed on my first viewing with a reactor. Thoughtful reaction without non-stop talking over the show. Somebody i can watch movies with.
Thanks ever so much for your reaction! I’m so glad you enjoyed watching the movie with me, as harrowing as it is. Hope to see you at the next movie date. :)
The film does justice to what we forgot at school.
Thank you for this duty of memory.
Beautiful reaction. Your reaction and commentary was so real. Thank you. I enjoyed watching this film with you. My reaction to this film is the same every time I watch it. So emotional. All who were involved in the making of this film knocked it out of the park.
Thank you so much for the high praise. I’m glad you feel how powerful it is too. Totally agree, everyone involved with the production was top of their game. That opening sequence was like being grabbed by the throat and shaken. Just incredible.
Kate - gut-wrenching reaction that was visceral and real. My uncle flew with the Royal Canadian Air Force as a navigator on a Halifax Bomber, over 50 missions, during WW2 including on D-Day. They were the greatest generation. So much sacrifice that only those who served and survived can truly appreciate and understand it. Like others suggested, Band of Brothers is one of the greatest mini-series produced. You will grow to love the characters and appreciate the series. Enjoy, it is a ride. Greetings from Toronto, Canada.
Thanks for the support on my video! I loved reading about your great uncle. He was absolutely part of the greatest generation and so smart he was a pilot. Your family must be so proud of him. I think I’d love Band of Brothers. That would be very cool to watch a miniseries! Greetings from England all the way to Toronto :)
"Earn this" gets to me every time. Great movie.
What a message for a lifetime. :)
Be not ashamed for high emotions and tears, because you honor these men and those like them by remembering them, respecting the memory, and feeling for them when they can no longer. Grown men shed tears at this film too. As Tolkien wrote, "I will not say do not weep, for not all tears are an evil."
Beautiful message. Thank you for writing that. I too love the deep feelings Tolkien expresses. The soldiers who died should be remembered with such adoration. Thank you for supporting my new channel.
Great reaction Kate. This movie is an emotional rollercoaster and always brings a tear to my eye when captain Miller tells private Ryan to earn this. Keep up the great work
Thank you so much! I’ve been thinking about that line and what it means since the movie ended. Really moving. Thank you for your support!
@MovieDateWithKate also agree Jackson was my favourite and him getting blown up in the clock tower as sad times.
One of the most authentic and visceral depictions of the battle field put to film. Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg made the HBO series Band of Brothers and The Pacific. They are well worth watching
Seconded.
Thank you for your honest and real reaction.
Thank you for your stellar reaction, one of the best I have seen for this monumental film. You are exceptionally sensitive, perceptive, and expressive. I am subscribing.
My mother's first cousin, a lifelong bachelor who often visited us when I was growing up in the 1960s, was in the Normandy invasion, but on the second day. However, this meant that he and his compatriots were moved to the front for the horrific Battle of the Hedgerows. Subsequently, he fought countless battles through the Battle of the Bulge, and had even worse experiences in the Korean War. He's buried in Arlington National Cemetery.
What a truly lovely comment to read. Thank you! That’s awesome you’ve subscribed - my reaction of Hacksaw Ridge will be released by the end of the week as well.
I’m so thankful to men like your uncle who fought literally in hell on earth to make the world safer and to ensure we live in freedom. And he fought not just one of the biggest battles but went on to do more. I looked up the cemetery where he’s buried in Virginia. It’s beautiful, if a cemetery can be called that. I liked imagining the sun rising and falling on the headstones of white.
if you like this you must check out Band Of Brothers. It was a HBO series about the same thing but only its about the US Army Airborne dropping in on D Day. by the way it was directed by steven spielberg and tom hanks. very realistic too.
👆👆👆this! it's kinda compulsory to watch B.O.B. after watching "saving private Ryan" and, unlike the latter, it's largely true.
Thanks so much!! It’s definitely up for consideration!
I truly believe that no one forgets the first time you watch this
Watching this in the theater/cinema, when the movie ended, nobody moved or spoke for about five minutes. Just silence and the sound of sniffling. Then everyone slowly stood, gathered their things, and filed out silently. It was just overwhelming.
I was imagining it happening as I read your words. Wow. The film was so astonishingly powerful, I can’t begin to imagine it on the big screen with the surround sound. It clearly devastated people. Thanks for sharing.
This is one of the few movies that actually gets to me, my grandfather served in WW2, I have a bunch of family that also served, including myself. I know it's intense but this should be shown in every school to show the realities of war so hopefully this never happens again.
I agree completely. Thank goodness for the strength of your grandfather.
Your choice of words, your voice and cadence are lyrical. My compliments to you and your teachers.
Wow, such a great compliment to receive. Thank you so much :) I am lucky, I’ve always had amazing English & Drama teachers.
I've watched dozens of SPR reactions and few have been as thoughtful and moving as yours. Thank you.
You’re welcome, thank you. I did enjoy watching the movie even though it was a hard watch. :)
If you like war movies, I have three words - Black Hawk Down
Based on the true events of the war in Somalia in the early 90s. It gets a little bit patriotic (as do a lot of Hollywood war movies), but overall it stays true to the events and the situations the soldiers faced that day.
As a former soldier, a must say war never changes.. Is not who is right only who is left.
The SS trooper who killed Mellish wasn't "Steamboat Willie" that they released, even though they did has some resemblance. "Steamboat Willie" was played Joerg Stadler.
You are brilliant Kate! Looking forward to many more reactions! Keep up the good work 😊
I agree. Doing very well.
Many thanks indeed!! I hope to! :)
As a 20 yr retired US Air Force vet from the 70s I’m moved by BOB every time I watch it. Some of the WWII vets were ending their USAF careers when I enlisted at 17. Seeing reactions from non-military persons like you who appreciate the sacrifices these heroes made is just nice to see. They were part of what’s now called “The Greatest Generation”. Thx.
Thank you for working so hard in the air force, that must have been really full on. Band of Brothers is certainly on my list! Thanks for the support and praise! :)
This is why Americans call these guys the greatest generation.
I agree wholeheartedly.
I was in France in August 2022 and visited Omaha Beach and the Normandy American Cemetery. No matter what country you are from, you should visit the sites to acknowledge the young men who saved the world from evil and made it possible for us to sleep in warm beds and maintain our way of life. God Bless The Greatest Generation.
What a special and moving trip that must have been. I’m glad you got to go. I should like to go too. Your comment made my eyes blurry :) the greatest generation indeed. Their bravery is hard to grasp and imagine in life today, it seems.
37:35 You hit the nail on the head here, Upham is explicitly written as a normal and innocent man. Spielberg himself has said he's meant to be like the audience.
He's easy to hate because he seems like a "coward". He's smaller and less masculine than everyone else in the film, terrified in combat and doesn't seem to know what he's doing most of the time but he's a normal person forced into following a group of battle-hardened veterans who have fought together for years (Africa and Italy) and is put into horrific situations. He's the squad's moral compass too for most of the film. Tries to stop Vin Diesel from taking the kid, saves the German prisoner and backs up the captain on the mission not being "FUBAR". The last tragedy of the film is him killing a prisoner and losing his innocence, now he's become cold like the rest of the squad. But that's what being dropped into a raging inferno will do.
Ooofff “raging inferno” is the perfect description for this war. Really like how you surmised everything above. So true, and I see it more clearly now that you’ve listed Upham’s scenes chronologically. Thank you :)
There's something that gets us all watching a helpless grown man call out for his mama...
So gut wrenching & tragic. 💯
As a veteran of 21 years with numerous tours to the Middle East, there are 2 lines from Tom Hanks that hits home. The first is will his wife recognize him, war changes you mentally, emotionally and physically. Adjusting to everyday life is very challenging in a lot of ways. The second is when he said “earn this” on the bridge. We all should earn this, live life in gratitude and gratefulness for all that have and are willing to sacrifice everything for our way of life and freedoms we enjoy. This is not just military, but police, paramedics, and firefighters.
You said it so well, thank you.
4.5 minutes in...God bless you, you sweet girl.
Oh that’s really nice to read. Thank you.
Another top notch reaction video, Kate. You are batting 1000!!! Saving Private Ryan is certainly an excellent and appropriately visceral WWII movie.
My maternal Grandfather perished as a soldier at Anzio in Italy and my paternal Grandfather survived as a sailor/submariner in the Pacific. This family history has given me an affinity for WWII films. Here are a few of my favorites in no particular order:
-Patton, 1970
-The Great Escape, 1963
-The Bridge on the River Kwai, 1957
-Sahara, 1943
-Hacksaw Ridge, 2017
-Das Boot, 1981
-The Battle of Britain, 1969
-Lifeboat, 1944
-The Caine Mutiny, 1954
-The Cruel Sea, 1952
-A Bridge Too Far, 1977
-Life is Beautiful, 1997
-Kelly’s Heroes, 1970
-Schindler’s List, 1993
Thank you so much for your support and praise! God bless the men in your family. That must have been hard on your Grandmothers. But to have true heroes in the family is inspiring. Your movie recommendations are solid! In particular, I like the sound of Hacksaw Ridge, The Bridge on the River Kwai & Life is Beautiful. Thanks for commenting & checking out my video :)
156,000 Allied soldiers landed on the beaches of Normandy by the end of the day. About 4,000 Allied troops were killed by German soldiers defending the beaches. About 13,100 American paratroopers and 8,500 British and Canadian paratroopers had landed slightly inland the night before. Within a few days about 326,000 troops, more than 50,000 vehicles and some 100,000 tons of equipment had landed.
My mouth is open at that scale!!! I had NO IDEA it was as massive as that. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. It’s hard to even fathom, actually.
@@MovieDateWithKate It was the largest amphibious invasion the world had ever seen..... until the following year when it was outdone by the invasion of Okinawa.
Great heartfelt reaction and terrific, thoughtful analysis!! And private Jackson is my favorite character as well. I feel like he did what I'd be doing: quoting/praying the Psalms---and shooting!! This is without question the best war movie of all time. By the way, I send my greetings from Texas USA to you folks in the UK!! God bless you!!
Thanks so much your comment! I completely agree with you. I too would be doing that. Greetings right back to you! That’s so lovely. Thank you for supporting the channel.
Welcome back beautiful, your in for a real tear jerker!
Another great reaction Kate ... authentic, natural, smart and full of empathy. Some insightful points during the movie itself and a strong summary at the end. Well done again. 👏
Many thanks indeed. That’s so awesome to read. Really appreciate it as I start out with the channel. See you at the next movie reaction, I hope! :) take care.
Wonderful react… thank you for your transparency, love of freedom and, recognition of the cost.
Thank you so much for the high praise. That’s lovely to read & i’m glad you enjoyed my reaction to this epic film.
My father was in WW2. He said although you knock the tank treads off, the tank is still dangerous as long as the turret is operational
Very true! I didn’t consider that part.
Yep the tank can still move although very very slowly without the tracks and it can still aim and shoot .
That’s called a “mobility kill”.
I have visited the Cemetery in France where so many men died on D-Day. It is situated on the cliffs of Normandy overlooking the English Channel. It is the largest cemetery of US Military war casualties outside America. There are row after row after row of white Crosses marking the final resting place of over 9,300 US Service Members who made the ultimate sacrifice. Such an imposing sight and hallowed ground.
I must visit! I’m so glad you got to spend time there. No doubt a sight like that can never be erased from your memory.
This film still resonates with me. Saw the film on release and the following June I visited Normandy. Met a lot of veterans there and me and my two friends got kind of adopted by a visiting group of the Normandy Veterans Association. They invited us to join them on their re-union in Normandy the following year, an unforgettable experience and honour hearing their stories at the locations they served at. We visited the cemetery seen at the beginning of the movie. It was so peaceful there, but as we walked amongst the headstones, there was an almighty thunderstorm. Didn't take cover but carried on reading the names and got drenched as the thunder and lightning filled the sky. Never forgotten that.
Awesome, your reaction seemed authentic, can't wait for more, much Love!
Thank you kindly for your message! That’s super encouraging! See you at the next movie date. :)
Never forget - these young men fought & died for our freedom ! Never Forget.
Absolutely. How lucky are we to have such freedom.
Great reaction, Kate! Please also react to "Band of Brothers" it's also made by Stephen Spielberg and Tom Hanks. It's about a company of paratroopers (like Pvt. Ryan) that parachuted into Normandy the night before D-Day. The series follows this company of soldiers from D-Day all the way to the end of the war. And the series is closely based on history, and the personal accounts of the veterans that served in that company. So all of the "characters" that you'll see in the series, are based on the actual soldiers of the company. Other great war films that I'd recommend are "1917" and "Hacksaw Ridge".
Seconded.
Thanks ever so much for the praise, and for your suggestions! Stay tuned!! :)
If you hadn't heard, that scene on the beach with the two surrendering Germans is interesting, because they aren't German. They're saying "Please don't kill me. I'm not German, I am Czech! I didn't kill anybody! I am Czech!" Meaning they were quite possibly conscripts forced into fighting for the Axis power
I'm a 73 year old USNavy veteran (retired). Good reaction. About Upham on the stairs: on the one hand, nobody knows how they'll react until they are actually in the situation. On the other hand, there is, and can be, no excuse for Cowardice. Still, you gave us a fine reaction; thank you for sharing this with us!
So balanced and true, thank you very much for watching!
What a thoughtful, intelligent reaction to a great movie. Thank you for your sincere emotions. Well done!
Thank you so much. That’s lovely feedback and praise. See you at the next movie date.
You are a lovely soul! Great reaction. Some recommendations - Shawshank Redemption, Band of Brothers and The Departed
If you haven't already, please watch Dunkirk, and 1917. Simply stunning.
Watching you react to this...broke my heart watching you cry. You seem like a wonderful young lady with such a kind heart. I look forward to seeing you react to more
Thank you so much. What a comment indeed. Many thanks for checking out my movie reaction. It really moved me, an important watch. As I’m sure it moved you.
I can still remember watching this in the theater when it came out. The opening 30 minutes is probably the most intense movie experience I've ever had. The entire theater was shaking from the audio and you really felt that you were there on that beach.
I'm sure you've probably already had them recommended, but the major recent war films that you should check out are Hacksaw Ridge and Fury. Hacksaw Ridge is based on a true story, which makes it somewhat more interesting. Both are set during World War II. While not a war film, exactly, you should also see Schindler's List if you haven't seen it yet. It's another Spielberg film set during World War II, though this time showing the civilian side of the war. It's a rather heavy and depressing film, but an important one that I think everyone should see once.
Your expression when you recognized Matt Damon was great! It seems like you're a fan, so you may have already seen it but if you haven't then you'll want to watch Good Will Hunting. Damon wrote it with his friend, Ben Affleck, who co-stars in it along with Robin Williams. Damon was essentially an unknown actor when Spielberg cast him in Saving Private Ryan but,by the time Saving Private Ryan came out Good Will Hunting had won both Damon and Affleck an Oscar for their script so they were both the hot new stars which made Damon's appearance in Saving Private Ryan even more surprising for audiences.
What a great reaction, thank you. The emotion you felt, I felt in the theater when this came out. It changed my life.
I’m so glad it did. I feel it’s changed mine too. I realise now Miller said, “earn it.” What a message. Thank you for watching!
Wonderful reaction; empathetic and insightful.
Thank you for your support!
Great reaction, very heartfelt. Add me to the voices to strongly recommend Band Of Brothers
Thanks so much! That’s nice to say! I am totally hearing everyone’s praise for BoB. 😄🎬
There were a couple of instances in WWII where brothers served in the same unit, particularly the Sullivan brothers on a Navy ship, and maybe Niland from 101st airborne. The War Dept made it a point to break them up and put them in different units so not all siblings might die in a single dustup after it happened.
Thank you Kate the Great for uploading this classic representation of cinema. I used to watch this movie with my Dad who passed away in 12/19 (God rest his soul) every 6th of June to commemorate D-Day (Operation Overlord).🙏The opening sequences from the Normandy cemetery to the initial landings on Omaha are perhaps the most emotional intense scenes ever filmed. The opening shots alone cost $12 million to film over a four-week period, and used 1,500 background actors.
Great direction by Steven Spielberg and a wonderful cast including Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Tom Sizemore, Vin Diesel, etc. Parts of it were filmed in England, as well as Ireland, in addition to France. Although there was not a real life Private Ryan per se, the film is based on the true story of the Niland brothers, Preston, Robert, Frederick “Fritz” and Edward Niland all fought in World War II. Robert and Preston were both killed in the D-Day invasion of Normandy.
Yes, most of the actors in Saving Private Ryan underwent military training to prepare for their roles: Boot camp: The main cast went through a week-long boot camp to help them understand the soldier's experience. Physical training: The actors did physical training every day. Army training: All the principal actors, except for Matt Damon, underwent several days of grueling army training.
Thanks for this fabulous selection, reaction, and channel.
Look forward to your next upload.
I think there are also other cemetaries in Normandy besides the American ones , for German soldiers , Canadian etc.
who died there as well but I'm not sure about that .
Those crosses are all perferctly lined up the cemetary looks beautiful if you can call a cemetary beautiful that is .
Thank you so much for your comment. That’s wonderful to learn and I’m thinking of your dad; to hold memories of watching this film together must be precious.
@@MovieDateWithKate Yes. Think about him every single day.🙏
I'm with you. I always lose it when Mrs. Ryan collapses on the porch . . .
Thank you for your reaction to this incredible film. Looking forward to seeing more of your reactions. We all appreciate you sharing your thoughts and feelings. Keep up the great work.
Thank you so much for saying so! I hope to do every film justice, especially ones about such devastating times. I really appreciate the support!
14:45 "That little translator boy, he's gonna be in for a RUDE awakening"
I think you're one of the few people I've ever seen acknowledging that Upham had a pretty damn good reason to freeze in terror during that last fight in Ramelle. He was trained to be a translator, behind the frontlines, not in open battle.
So understandable, really. I’d be exactly the same. I’d probably lose the ability to speak. Thank you for watching my video :)
Upham is still a worthless coward for not helping his fellow soldier. >:(
@@leonardduke70 Sounds easy from the comfort of your house.
@leonardduke70 very easy saying this at home when you not been in any conflict so enough with armchair warrior comments about it. Kate made it understandable why he's included in this film. spielberg is trying to show the audience
I was happy to share 49:33 of my life with you. Nice job on this reaction. As you are aware by now, this movie is not entertainment. It's duty.
Watching this in the theater was the most frightening memorable experience of my life the sound was unlike anything I’ve heard before and that was 1998 imagine what it would of be like if the filmed it today