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All Quiet on the Western Front (1979)

Rate: 8
Viewed: 3/14

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3/14: As highly as I think of the 1930's Best Picture Winner All Quiet on the Western Front, I questioned the necessity of a remake.

After seeing the 1979 version, I've come to see how well-made it is, too. Granted, it's not right up there with the original which is among the greatest movies made, but it has merits.

I like the story and how closely it resembles the original plot as outlined in the book. The best feature is the use of color, having become alive during the battles. There are a lot of touching scenes which show why war is unthinkable and wrong.

All in all, the 1979 version of All Quiet on the Western Front doesn't pale that much in comparison with the original.