Saving Private Ryan (1998)

Saving Private Ryan follows Captain John H. Miller and a small squad of U.S. soldiers sent behind enemy lines after the Normandy invasion to find and bring home Private James Francis Ryan, the last surviving son of a grieving mother whose other sons have been killed in action. What begins as a military rescue mission becomes a brutal, intimate journey across Nazi‑occupied France that tests leadership, loyalty, and the meaning of duty as the men face fierce combat, moral dilemmas, and heartbreaking loss. Viewers should expect an unflinching, immersive portrayal of World War II: a shocking, visceral opening on Omaha Beach, relentless firefights, close-quarters tension, and quiet, human moments that reveal the bonds and vulnerabilities of soldiers. The film balances raw, realistic battle sequences with emotional depth—evoking sacrifice, camaraderie, and the heavy cost of war—leaving audiences both shaken and moved.

Actors: Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Tom Sizemore

Director: Steven Spielberg

Runtime: 169 min

Genres: Drama, War

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