I noticed that one reviewer gave this film a 10 and I am happy that they enjoyed it but perplexed because I disliked the movie so much. While I understood the central message that these men were all ruined for normal life after fighting in WWI, it was tough watching this group of men drink, laugh at EVERYTHING, drink some more, get into trouble and then drink--all accompanied by lots and lots and lots of talking. In fact, I'd be very hard pressed to find a film with more inane dialog and blather or more tedious to watch. I understood the message that these men were doing and talking so much so they would avoid thinking and feeling, but after a short time I just wanted it all to end. This film was a real chore to stick with and I doubt if anything could induce me to watch it again.
For a much better film about ex-soldiers traipsing about Europe trying to deal with memories of war by drowning it in drinking and adventure, try watching THE SUN ALSO RISES--a much more interesting, better acted and less shrill production.
For a much better film about ex-soldiers traipsing about Europe trying to deal with memories of war by drowning it in drinking and adventure, try watching THE SUN ALSO RISES--a much more interesting, better acted and less shrill production.