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For many fans of war movies, the genre displays some of the most dynamic filmmaking and thrilling narratives that demand an audience’s attention at every turn. Given the intensity and emotional stakes of a war film, viewers are treated to exciting action set-pieces, memorable characters, quality production design and many other aspects to analyze and admire for generations to come.

Among the plethora of war films made in the history of cinema, several have come along and garnered a legacy of entertaining audiences with timeless stories that also highlight various wars throughout human history. These war movies also emphasize the magic of movie-making by leaving fans satisfied with the subject at hand and merit multiple viewings to fully appreciate the spectacle on screen.

The Last of the Mohicans Offers Thrilling Character Drama

Based on the novel of the same name, Michael Mann’s 1992 epic historical drama feature The Last of the Mohicans...

Some war movies exaggerate battle scenes for dramatic effect, leading to inaccuracies in tactics, weapons, and historical details. Movies prioritizing themes of heroism may sacrifice accuracy in depictions of warfare during major conflicts. In some cases, the story prioritizes themes and moral lessons over historical realism in action movies.

Movies about warfare have been known to exaggerate how certain battles would happen for dramatic effect, which has given rise to criticism of some battle scenes for their accuracy and realism. The most inaccurate war movies ever feature plenty of scenes like this, which can be picked apart regarding tactics, weapons in use, and historical details about who was involved. Many critiqued battle scenes are from movies claiming to be historical dramas. However, experts have also offered their takes on works of fiction allegedly depicting real military tactics.

Some movies that are seemingly military propaganda are less concerned with strict accuracy,...

Since the earliest days of cinema, rebellion has been a consistent basis for great storytelling, especially through a historical lens. Ranging from iconic sci-fi space operas to examinations of true events, revolting against oppression and tyranny is one of the most compelling types of story there is. These can also lead to brilliant action sequences, as war and rebellion often go hand-in-hand.

Various rebel struggles, both real and fictional, can inspire audiences through their use of heroes who battle against the odds for a righteous cause. Seeing these heroes fight for what is right, often against insurmountable odds, can remind viewers of the power of courage. Whether these stories are told in the far reaches of space or medieval kingdoms, they all unite people around the desire for freedom and independence.

Braveheart Is A Tale Of Scottish Freedom

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Scottish warrior William Wallace leads his countrymen in a rebellion...

Justin Kreutzmann set out to make a standard documentary about drummers. After all, having Grateful Dead drummer Bill Kreutzmann as his dad meant growing up on the road surrounded by rock stars and hippies. But once he started interviewing musicians for the film, named after the iconic Sandy Nelson composition “Let There Be Drums,” Kreutzmann stumbled upon something much more personal, leading him to “begrudgingly” come out from behind the camera and talk about his own upbringing.

“Let There Be Drums” is not a Grateful Dead documentary, and Kreutzmann says “you don’t have to be obsessed with drumming” to enjoy it. Through archival footage, interviews with musicians and their loved ones, and, of course, music, the film uses drumming as a vehicle to tell a more universal story — about community, resilience and family.

Speaking with Variety ahead of the doc’s release, Kreutzmann detailed the filmmaking process behind “Let...

Art Laboe, a revered Los Angeles radio mainstay for more than half a century who delighted local fans and a syndicated audience by playing those “oldies but goodies,” has died. He was 97.

A post on his official Twitter account said Laboe died October 7 of pneumonia at his home in Palm Springs.

Born Art Egnoian on August 7, 1925, in Salt Lake City, Laboe served in the Navy during World War II and arrived on the L.A. airwaves in 1955 as rock ‘n’ roll was taking hold. Having worked as a DJ since the mid-’40s, including stints in San Francisco and Palm Springs, his first L.A. station homes were Kxla-am (later Krla) and Kpop, and the baritone Laboe did live remote shows from midnight till 4 a.m. at a local drive-in restaurant — taking requests and becoming popular with the night-owl crowd. He later moved the Kpop show to after-school hours, and...

Ahead of the release of Cheap Trick’s new album In Another World, guitarist Rick Nielsen reminisces about meeting John Lennon, his first performance with Robin Zander, and the first album he ever bought in this installment of Rolling Stone’s The First Time interview series.

Although Nielsen is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-inducted guitar god, he actually got his start by playing drums, as evidenced by the first album he ever purchased, Sandy Nelson’s Let There Be Drums.

Soon after, Nielsen moved over to the guitar,...