Midway
Lionsgate | Release Date: November 8, 2019
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Graham67722Nov 11, 2019
I am trying to balance out all the bad reviews here which don't make a lot of sense. If you study history you will like this movie. The lead in where they discuss tactics from tora tora tora is missing and there are certain segments of theI am trying to balance out all the bad reviews here which don't make a lot of sense. If you study history you will like this movie. The lead in where they discuss tactics from tora tora tora is missing and there are certain segments of the battle which are missing. The battle is much more entertaining if you explains all the tactics used and the decisions the admirals had to make on the spot. They should have started the movie after pearl harbor and followed the two pilots that had two hits each, that should have been the movie. They extended the movie by having pearl harbor and then added even more subplots which weren't relevant. I would just have focused on the intelligence breakthrough and the actions on the deck of each admiral, plus follow a few pilots.… Expand
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jrb531Nov 11, 2019
What a great old fashioned war movie that is about the history and not 60 minutes of silly backstory that has nothing to do with history. I read about the so called lines of dialog being somehow not to 2019 standards but did anyone ever stopWhat a great old fashioned war movie that is about the history and not 60 minutes of silly backstory that has nothing to do with history. I read about the so called lines of dialog being somehow not to 2019 standards but did anyone ever stop to think that is how people may have talked back then. The special effects were top notch and the only fault I could find was that it was not detailed enough but I could understand as this movie covered all the battles between the start of the war, Pearl Harbor, Doolittles Raid, Coral Sea and Midway. Each could have been a movie unto itself. Best war picture I have seen in years!… Expand
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Gerb6677Nov 8, 2019
I was pleasantly surprised by how many accurate details this movie got right about the events portrayed, from crap American torpedoes to Yorktown being repaired in record time and showing almost all the air attacks that the Americans threw atI was pleasantly surprised by how many accurate details this movie got right about the events portrayed, from crap American torpedoes to Yorktown being repaired in record time and showing almost all the air attacks that the Americans threw at the IJN... Not the best story but really well done and as accurate as can be expected from Hollywood.… Expand
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kszwedaNov 10, 2019
Great movie much better than Perl Harbor. It is classic war movies without any hidden agenda, so rare nowadays.
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Captamisldo1Nov 8, 2019
This is a well-done film, certainly better than the 1976 Battle of Midway. I was expecting to see a farse equivalent to the Pearl Harbor movie from a few years back. I was surprised to see that Emmerich followed the actual history leading upThis is a well-done film, certainly better than the 1976 Battle of Midway. I was expecting to see a farse equivalent to the Pearl Harbor movie from a few years back. I was surprised to see that Emmerich followed the actual history leading up to the the battle and the engagement itself was very close to what actually happened.… Expand
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NathanB4567Nov 8, 2019
It is an awesome movie. If you don’t like history too much, you won’t enjoy it. But if you like action and even like history a little bit, you’ll have plenty of fun
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bloodplzNov 11, 2019
Despite some cheesy dialogue, Midway is an entertaining movie with solid acting and visuals that offers a more balanced perspective of the US/Japanese Pacific war.
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genuinerealistNov 9, 2019
The movie is terrific. To clear up some confusion, the picture is about the BATTLE. Ninety percent plus of the dialog is expositional, acquainting the viewer with the military situation, which is the point. It isn't an exploration ofThe movie is terrific. To clear up some confusion, the picture is about the BATTLE. Ninety percent plus of the dialog is expositional, acquainting the viewer with the military situation, which is the point. It isn't an exploration of character, and doesn't pretend to be. But it is quite accurate historically, and the action sequences give the audience a real sense of what dive bombing a warship in the face of intense anti-aircraft fire must be like. That's the real point.… Expand
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chariot123Nov 8, 2019
Brilliant film, ignore the trolls giving it a zero because they hate America or were expecting Schindler's list. A very entertaining movie and I recomend anyone see this on the big screen as soon as possible.
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DaddyMcGNov 15, 2019
Great movie, I loved the story and characters, I It had me on the edge of my seat the whole time
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nurallNov 8, 2019
Alot of fun. Great visuals. Characters are pretty generic which is what keeps it from being a better movie.
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BradMorganNov 9, 2019
In a word fantastic. As if you were sitting on the plane next to the pilots. CGI, visuals and sound design are phenomenal. I do not know if the story is historcal correct entirely but I really recommend it for the casual viewer.
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foxgroveNov 14, 2019
The screenplay may be informative, corny and cliched by turn, but it serviceably showcases the visuals which are exhilarating. overall this is criminally underrated and a bloody good watch. Go and see a real popcorn movie and enjoy!
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eva3si0nMar 24, 2020
Midway is a typical American fighter about World War II. Maximum pathos and heroism, minimum logic and historical credibility. Fortunately here did not praise American heroism and showed for the most part everything as it is, the effects areMidway is a typical American fighter about World War II. Maximum pathos and heroism, minimum logic and historical credibility. Fortunately here did not praise American heroism and showed for the most part everything as it is, the effects are excellent and the cast is not bad. In general, a good film, on a very bad topic in the cinema.… Expand
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Lonewolf63Nov 18, 2019
Just saw this film over the weekend and damn was it good. Having had my father and three uncles serving in WW2, it's nice to see that people still remember when America was a great nation.
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graftonwNov 10, 2019
Great film and reasonably close to the history. Doesn't do Spruance justice I think.
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reenglemanFeb 19, 2020
For once, Hollywood presented the correct rankings for the military. In addition, although I am not a WW2 buff and was discharged in 1963 from the U.S. Naval Air Corps, other aspects of the movie that would not have existed during myFor once, Hollywood presented the correct rankings for the military. In addition, although I am not a WW2 buff and was discharged in 1963 from the U.S. Naval Air Corps, other aspects of the movie that would not have existed during my enlistment, could have been 20 years in the past.

The movement of the plot was interesting, the soap kept to a minimum, unlike the Charleston Heston film of the 1970s and the action was believable. If, though, you prefer to watch unbelievable car chases and fighting where a single emaciated male, employing martial arts, defeats a dozen weight lifter, this film would not, in the least, interest you… Expand
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sirbrettalotNov 13, 2019
This movie is an excellent telling of the story of the Battle Of Midway. Excellent casting, definitely Emmerich's best film since Stonewall. If the film doesn't stir you a bit, you might not be an American....
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Dano7271Nov 9, 2019
I loved Midway! Unfortunately, we are taught very little about these monumental battles coming up through school. I have learned alot about The great Battle of Midway in the last 10 years through some excellent documentaries. It is veryI loved Midway! Unfortunately, we are taught very little about these monumental battles coming up through school. I have learned alot about The great Battle of Midway in the last 10 years through some excellent documentaries. It is very difficult to fully tell the story in a 2 hour Hollywood movie. However, I think they did a pretty good job.… Expand
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pagepirateNov 28, 2019
Dont let any of these negative reviews dissuade you from seeing this. It is the best movie ive ever seen with negative reviews from critics. I've seen it twice and plan to go again. I absolutely love this movie. Go see it!!
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lancekozAug 3, 2020
I'm not much of a war movie fan in general... but I signed on for this and knew (probably) what to expect. Heroic acts,and tearful stressed wimmenfolk, check. Predictable dialog... okay. That said, it was gritty, gorgeous, well-acted and fullI'm not much of a war movie fan in general... but I signed on for this and knew (probably) what to expect. Heroic acts,and tearful stressed wimmenfolk, check. Predictable dialog... okay. That said, it was gritty, gorgeous, well-acted and full of well-researched details. Direction and art direction was delicious. And I'm not sure how to describe it.... the intense and wonderfully planned battle scenes were done with intimate lighting and textural details that were just incredibly stirring to watch. Even the interiors with Japanese military were stirring. If you care about action films at all, and don't mind a little big symphony patriotism going on... this is a well-crafted artwork that should not be missed. How anyone could gripe about this in terms of content and a little romantic vibe compared to all the schlocky sci-fi and superhero remakes out there is really beyond me.… Expand
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MaadDec 8, 2019
Excellent, accurate depiction of the battle of Midway would give 8 but to balance intellectually challenged people who went for historic movie and ended up disappointed because they expected something else I'm giving full 10.
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VickimageJan 30, 2020
I was mighty impressed with this movie. Some would call it old-fashioned but instead I would label it “classic” as it harks back to the likes of Twelve O’Clock High and the John Ford war movies (Ford is a minor character in this movie as heI was mighty impressed with this movie. Some would call it old-fashioned but instead I would label it “classic” as it harks back to the likes of Twelve O’Clock High and the John Ford war movies (Ford is a minor character in this movie as he shot documentary footage during the battle of Midway). Emmerich doesn’t try to be flashy. He tries to simply tell the tale as historically accurately as possible. That lack of flash pays off because anyone watching the battle scenes can only marvel at the bravery of the young men who put their life on the line amidst the hail of artillery fire coming their way. The critics (again!) got it wrong with their bad reviews. Highly recommended.… Expand
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NemyueJul 6, 2020
It's similar to Pearl Harbor but with better graphics, dialogues, and a more neutral aspect.
The tension, sound effects, atmosphere helped me to feel like I'm actually in the warzone.
I've watched it in a cinema so your experience might beIt's similar to Pearl Harbor but with better graphics, dialogues, and a more neutral aspect.
The tension, sound effects, atmosphere helped me to feel like I'm actually in the warzone.
I've watched it in a cinema so your experience might be different if you watch it at home.… Expand
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RalfbergsNov 19, 2020
I don't know why so many bad reviews - I really enjoyed it. Ok, I might get critics reviews but so many negative ones from users. Especially as on other sites higher reviews so weird. But to me I enjoyed it and I thought it was nice it alsoI don't know why so many bad reviews - I really enjoyed it. Ok, I might get critics reviews but so many negative ones from users. Especially as on other sites higher reviews so weird. But to me I enjoyed it and I thought it was nice it also showed Japanese side too. Maybe only minus it tried to show most of the characters involved and didn't show too much of just one to get too emotionally attached? besides that all was nice… Expand
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PanchogulMay 8, 2020
Un verdadero y apoteósico espectáculo audiovisual que no se detiene ante nada y se puede disfrutar a plenitud, sin embargo, considerando el enorme presupuesto que tuvo, los efectos especiales pudieron ser mejores y no hay ningún personaje porUn verdadero y apoteósico espectáculo audiovisual que no se detiene ante nada y se puede disfrutar a plenitud, sin embargo, considerando el enorme presupuesto que tuvo, los efectos especiales pudieron ser mejores y no hay ningún personaje por el que te puedas encariñar.… Expand
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d0vla11Nov 19, 2019
If you see this one as a classic Hollywood movie then it is pretty average, but if you see it as a live-action documentary -> you will have a blast!

Recommending especially to history buffs first, then to casual goers :)
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BerikNov 20, 2019
Action packed, tense and impressive in terms of audio and visuals, Midway doesn't hold back on showing the viewer what struggles the US military faced after Pear Harbor.

Midway takes a true-to-real-life-events approach to showing the buildAction packed, tense and impressive in terms of audio and visuals, Midway doesn't hold back on showing the viewer what struggles the US military faced after Pear Harbor.

Midway takes a true-to-real-life-events approach to showing the build up to the battle that changed the odds for the Pacific War. Instead of showing only a heroic, romanticized and ideal portrayal of soldiers and the battle, the movie shows many problems the US navy faced. It makes the characters' situation feel tense, and you'll start to feel scared for them as they go into combat.

The actors did an excellent job, and i like how the makers of the movie didn't shy away from using technical terms. It's a fantastic movie, and i give it a 9/10.… Expand
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glommanOct 10, 2020
Midway is a good action-movie about the battle carrying the same name. You don't really expect any of the characters to stand out and they don't, but that's fine with me. If I want to research the Battle of Midway, I'll watch a documentary orMidway is a good action-movie about the battle carrying the same name. You don't really expect any of the characters to stand out and they don't, but that's fine with me. If I want to research the Battle of Midway, I'll watch a documentary or read a book about it, but, if I wanted to watch a two-hour slugfest full of great cgi and exciting dogfights, I'd certainly prefer this.… Expand
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RibbabyNov 27, 2019
Great movie, awesome special effects. We really enjoyed it, Woody Harrelson did a great job as Nimitz
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GraciUwuDec 2, 2019
THIS MOVIE IS FANTASTIC! There was no boring part of the movie, it made me so emotional too towards the end of the movie. The producers worked so hard on the movie and it shows. I wish more people were into this kind of stuff. I hadn’tTHIS MOVIE IS FANTASTIC! There was no boring part of the movie, it made me so emotional too towards the end of the movie. The producers worked so hard on the movie and it shows. I wish more people were into this kind of stuff. I hadn’t planned on seeing this movie, but I guess I just kind of did, AND I’M GLAD I DID! This is definitely my new favorite movie!… Expand
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netlord80Jan 26, 2020
I know this film has seen a lot of negative reviews, but I rather enjoyed it. It is a fun time and it was really interesting to seeing a modern film tell this story. While there were some liberties taken with some details, it was prettyI know this film has seen a lot of negative reviews, but I rather enjoyed it. It is a fun time and it was really interesting to seeing a modern film tell this story. While there were some liberties taken with some details, it was pretty accurate overall. If you like WWII or war films, you should definitely give this one a chance.… Expand
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TheastJedisucksSep 20, 2020
Cgi could have been alot better. This movie doesn't really show the prespective of the Japenese other then why there attacking and what they think of the american, I feel they should have built up more character in them just like the originalCgi could have been alot better. This movie doesn't really show the prespective of the Japenese other then why there attacking and what they think of the american, I feel they should have built up more character in them just like the original "Midway" film. Everything was historical loved that, even those things like the suicidal American bomber or the japanese one really happend I loved that everything was historical that they showed, even all the characters.… Expand
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twall3Apr 19, 2020
Very inspiring movie! I hope every American sees this, to better appreciate the sacrifice so many young men made with their very lives so that we can enjoy the safety and freedom that is so easy to take for granted.
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NortonHUNNov 22, 2019
Not gonna be a classic but it's decent. The a tipn parts az exiting. Sometimes the cgi is not the best but the all around movie is entartaining.
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qFeb 28, 2020
I noticed the mediocre reviews, and so I waited to rent the DVD. After had I watched the movie, which I enjoyed thoroughly and which caused me to pause the video several times so I could look up information about the characters on my smartI noticed the mediocre reviews, and so I waited to rent the DVD. After had I watched the movie, which I enjoyed thoroughly and which caused me to pause the video several times so I could look up information about the characters on my smart phone, I wondered what there was not to like. I have seen my share of war movies, and "Midway" was one of the better ones in that genre. The movie attempted to be accurate historically. The Japanese were not reduced to caricatures, as they so often are in WW II flicks. I am not a connoisseur of CGI, and I don't know that I can tell when it is being employed well or poorly. I thought the battle scenes were depicted realistically.

Perhaps the fact that this is a traditional rather than an artsy-fartsy recounting of an epic battle in a pivotal war in modern human history is what has earned it only a grudging golf-clap from the pajama boys in the critical community. Normal Americans no doubt will appreciate it a lot more.… Expand
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DominArsenJun 11, 2020
A film which retraces past events .. At the helm Roland Emmerich (The Day after) ..... But what is it to pass the "best in destruction" "retraces a past event" and he manages well, only the film has something that got me out of the film andA film which retraces past events .. At the helm Roland Emmerich (The Day after) ..... But what is it to pass the "best in destruction" "retraces a past event" and he manages well, only the film has something that got me out of the film and this despite the stunning visual effects of realism. It changes a lot coming from such a director, but why not ... Can't wait for the next one!

Un film qui retrace des événements passés.. A la barre Roland Emmerich (Le Jour d'après)..... Mais que c'est-il passer le "meilleur en destruction" "retrace un événement passé" et il se débrouille bien, seulement le film possède quelque longueur qui m'on sortit du film et ce malgré des effets visuels bluffants de réalisme. Cela change beaucoup venant d'un tel réalisateur, mais pourquoi pas.. Vivement le prochain !… Expand
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DeanomiteJan 22, 2020
Roland Emmerich movies for me are like a bull ride, never make it to the end, just quit when I've had enough. It's nicely photographed, looks good, effects are hit and miss but $100m is not a big budget these days. Patrick Wilson is alwaysRoland Emmerich movies for me are like a bull ride, never make it to the end, just quit when I've had enough. It's nicely photographed, looks good, effects are hit and miss but $100m is not a big budget these days. Patrick Wilson is always good, haven't seen Dennis Quaid in a while. The biggest surprise is a shortage of corny dialog. Woody Harrelson is the main chief, handles it well. Christie Brooke was good, nice to see a strong female. It was exciting to see familiar ships like the Nautilus and Enterprise. Apparently a very expensive independent movie, a passion project for Emmerich. I am not a big fan of Emmerich, but the color palette, period setting and dogfights were very good. The fighter planes diving on the carriers was as thrilling as anything I ever saw.… Expand
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DubeauJan 25, 2020
Midway is exceptional in some areas, less in others. The story is extending too far. It tries to put you so much in context, that it doesn't focus on the main event. In fact Midway is as much about Pearl Harbour for half the movie. That saidMidway is exceptional in some areas, less in others. The story is extending too far. It tries to put you so much in context, that it doesn't focus on the main event. In fact Midway is as much about Pearl Harbour for half the movie. That said the FX are absolutely amazing. The aerial combats are superb. The acting is a mix bag. A bit of overacting but mostly it's acceptable. The movie is still very informative about the event. Even on the Japanese side, which I found to be a nice touch. I especially like how the film was ending. I give it 72%. Yes, I know, it is a Roland Emmerich show. But in terms of war movie, this is a very nice effort, enough to draw interest into the real events.… Expand
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ArmywildNov 20, 2019
Review Castellano, sin mas, la trama tan interesante como sus personajes, basada en hechos reales, sobre la batalla desconocida por muchos en el pacifico. No es necesario entrar en detalles, mas decir que es una filmaciòn muy buena, un pocoReview Castellano, sin mas, la trama tan interesante como sus personajes, basada en hechos reales, sobre la batalla desconocida por muchos en el pacifico. No es necesario entrar en detalles, mas decir que es una filmaciòn muy buena, un poco lenta al principio, pero los combates y dialogos son inmersivos. Palomera y recomendada para disfrutar para mayores de edad por el contenido.… Expand
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zxcvbnm321Jun 23, 2020
I don't normally like Emmerich films but this was certainly a good surpirse. This is a well-done film, certainly better than the 1976 Battle of Midway and a not unworthy successor to the 1970 film Tora Tora Tora.
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tarekaliOct 8, 2020
The enduring legacy of the warriors of Midway echoes till this day. A brutal war movie that doesn't pull punches. We've heard of legends like Nimitz and Yamamoto, but men like Best and McCluskey are heroes honored till this day. Diving into aThe enduring legacy of the warriors of Midway echoes till this day. A brutal war movie that doesn't pull punches. We've heard of legends like Nimitz and Yamamoto, but men like Best and McCluskey are heroes honored till this day. Diving into a wall of fire to release a single killing blow is the absolute demonstration of steel courage. The fog of war is pierced by piecing together little beams of light, as demonstrated by wizards like Layton and Roche Fort. Nice to see director Emmerich back in form. The sea remembers its own.… Expand
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PurpleHeart1964Nov 16, 2019
Most reviews about “Midway” movie were negative, and frankly, I believe it is unfairly received by many the movie critics on the internet.

The Battle of Midway Island in 1942 was one of the most significant battle WW2, and it is believed toMost reviews about “Midway” movie were negative, and frankly, I believe it is unfairly received by many the movie critics on the internet.

The Battle of Midway Island in 1942 was one of the most significant battle WW2, and it is believed to be more significant than the allies’ landing in Normandy, June 6th, 1944. Because in 1944 the Nazi was so badly beaten at all three fronts, Eastern Front, the West, and Italy campaign, the landing of Normandy is symbolic significance, but not earth-shaken like Midway’s. Had the US Navy failed to stop Japan’s invasion of Midway, most of Asia today, would likely be speaking Japanese as the primary language.

The US Navy in 1942, was barely recovered from the disaster bombing at Pearl Harbor. The US only upper hand against the Japanese was its code-breaking advantage. The US knew in advance of the Japan’s plan to create diversionary invasion on the Aleutian Island chains (part of Alaska), and decided to commit all of its remaining carrier strength against the Japanese naval forces headed for Midway, and in an incredible stroke of luck, decimated the Japanese seaborn invasion force, and Japan would never again fought on the offensive at sea, for the rest of WW2.

The new film about Midway, is not as exciting as the history itself. It does have good special effects, but most of the big shots are CGI (computer generated FX). But you cannot really blame on the extensive use of FX for the film, since there are so few WW2 planes left in the world that are still flyable. For example, there are only 1 known Japanese Mitsubishi Zero that still can be flown, privately owned by American collector, and most of pre-war US Navy planes today only exist in museums or in B&W photographs. Therefore, CGI generated Dauntless dive bombers and Devastators torpedo planes are the only option for use in such epic scale.

The factual details provided in the film are very good, and unlike the disaster 2001 film title of “Pearl Harbor”, nearly all portraying events are also historically accurate, although sensationalized. I do find the actors and portrayal of young US sailors and airmen are a bit “superficial” about the way they talk and behave, for men in 1940s don’t throw fists when they won. Most are relief that they survived, just so to prepare for a fight in another bloody campaign. The film “Midway” itself is gutsy enough to include the execution of captured US airman, who were tied to jerry cans, and then tossed overboard by the Japanese in vengeance for the battle lost at Midway. A sharp jab at Japan’s atrocities in WW2, as mentioned in the movie, is no surprise. Chinese investment firms co-sponsored this movie project. Ironically, China’s current expansion to usurp most of the South China Sea may become the next show-down between the world’s two super powers.

I feel that the opinions and reviews about film “Midway” is quite unfair and narrow-minded. The movie is NOT that bad, and it is quite good and entertaining. Some idiot movie critics expect “Midway” to be like as exciting as “Saving Private Ryan”, an expectation that is not just comparable – one movie is pure fiction, and other is a reenactment, story-telling of history. For some reasons, I found that most Americans are tired of the subject of war. The current, and longest war fought in Afghanistan for the US, along with multiple conflicts in the Middle East, appears to dampen most of American views and enthusiasm about victory in war, and many more with liberal views are simply sick of the subject of war. While being a ‘movie buff’, I came to appreciate theatrical war films that accurate portray events, and don’t exaggerate or wander too far from facts. Let’s face it, if war movies were made super accurate, few would pay to go see them in this day and age. Had this ‘Midway’ film has better cast in names, with veteran, well-known actors, the outcome in reviews would have been very different.

To sum it up, ‘Midway’ is a good film, and is fairly entertaining, far better than most of the garbage currently showing at the theaters. However, the film itself does not have any famous actors, to attract the audience to go see it. Showing along side the psychotic epic of “Joker” at the theaters, “Midway” would likely flop. But really, would you want to see a fictional film about a psychotic killer, or would you want to know and learn how the US saved the Pacific, and possibly the world, in about 5 minutes of epic sea battle in 1942?… Expand
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loverofmoviesNov 19, 2019
This film is beautifully accurate, historically. I am not concerned about cgi or modern dialogue. I care about accurate depictions of history...and this film covered it as it was. I am also very happy that this film didn't get into the modernThis film is beautifully accurate, historically. I am not concerned about cgi or modern dialogue. I care about accurate depictions of history...and this film covered it as it was. I am also very happy that this film didn't get into the modern philosophical argument against war. I am also glad that the terminology used matched the time.… Expand
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CDannyZJan 3, 2020
I was in the cinema and I loved that film. For me it nicely shows the war, and I liked the story
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Caveman08Nov 26, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a great overall cinematic experience. I also like the way they show also the side of the Japanese Navy on what they felt during the time of defeat and success.… Expand
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wills31Dec 22, 2019
Again this is a good movie not great but good loved the original so this is a nice update.
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KananikaDec 22, 2019
While some may say that this movie is overexaggerated, basic strong points of progress between Pearl Harbor Attack to Midway is still on the right track. The CGI and color does look a bit too modern considering that this is a reproduction ofWhile some may say that this movie is overexaggerated, basic strong points of progress between Pearl Harbor Attack to Midway is still on the right track. The CGI and color does look a bit too modern considering that this is a reproduction of the original ones. However, the culture (dress, house, sceneries) settings are OK. This movie focuses on all things STRONGLY related to Midway missions from USA's side, including Doolittle Raid (which is to show Japanese how they COULD ALSO bite back from far away to their mainland). One bit of critic is that Emmerich does not maximize/include heavy atmosphere and stories of the Enterprise failing to join at Coral Sea war, considering Battle of Coral Sea is USA's first major all-out naval attacks before Midway (as far as I know, cmiiw).… Expand
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RebbekitaNov 6, 2020
I don't see why critics would criticize this in anyway because I feel this is the best war historical movie ever!!!
Seeing the hates on this movie,when people would talk about how they(the production) made the characters lame as they aren'tI don't see why critics would criticize this in anyway because I feel this is the best war historical movie ever!!!
Seeing the hates on this movie,when people would talk about how they(the production) made the characters lame as they aren't in life,were expecting them to super cool?
Another said there are great war movies that one shouldn't spend time on this,well I am sorry to say but that person is a fool I say so because there has never been a war historical movie that has done so well like this movie,ever...… Expand
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MattFornerFeb 10, 2021
If you're here for a top-tier WW2 film...this isn't your movie. However, if you're here for a wildly entertaining and over-the-top patriotic movie celebrating American exceptionalism with some awesome action scenes...hop along for the ride.
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risonyeongMay 11, 2021
dont usu give movies a 7 rating but i got to due to the tremendous effort to tell the story of midway from both sides. eventho we all know the japs started the war but the director portrayed them as valiant men of war nevertheless.
this moviedont usu give movies a 7 rating but i got to due to the tremendous effort to tell the story of midway from both sides. eventho we all know the japs started the war but the director portrayed them as valiant men of war nevertheless.
this movie told the full story covering the cracking of codes, war strategy, pilot dilemma, submarine conundrum. Editing is not the strongest point here as the war effort strecthed out all perspective. right until the US had to guess whether who won due to poor radio communication. I thoroughly enjoyed the movie and even forgave the silly cartoonish dialogue of Best, the hero, because he showed us how truly hard it is to land a bomb from a fighter plane onto the carrier.
corny, pro american but watched for the tremendous effort.… Expand
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