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Down Periscope (1996)
Mindless humor
This film is about a bunch of misfits who are supposed to be assigned to a task that is expected to fail miserably. The misfits pull together to successfully complete their mission.
Hilarity ensues.
Like the "Police Academy" films, the humor comes from the kooky characters on the boat. I thought it was an engaging film and I will stop to watch it anytime it is on TV. No, it won't cause you to ponder your relative role in the cosmos or inspire you to do great things for the service of mankind, but it is fun enough entertainment for 90-some-odd minutes. Plus, Lauren Holly looks hot in a naval uniform.
Tora! Tora! Tora! (1970)
An even-handed portrayal
What I liked most about this film is how it shows what was happening on both sides of the conflict in terms of the planning and execution. As a work of historical dramatization, it is highly detailed and easy to follow. I also liked that the dialogue was in the original languages of the folks involved in the conflict.
What could've used some improvement was the pacing. It seemed to drag a bit in places and, up until the attack on Pearl Harbor, was a bit dry in the dialogue. I think if we were more involved in some of the characters, it might have made for a more exciting and engaging film overall. However, they tried that in the movie "Pearl Harbor" and it failed miserably.