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U-571 (Collector's Edition) (2000)

Starring: Bill Paxton, Matthew McConaughey Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested) Format: DVD
3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (456 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Bill Paxton, Matthew McConaughey, Harvey Keitel, Tom Guiry, Thomas Kretschmann
  • Format: Closed-captioned, Collector's Edition, Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, DVD, Widescreen, NTSC
  • Language: English (DTS 5.1), English (Dolby Digital 5.1)
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
  • Studio: Universal Studios
  • DVD Release Date: October 24, 2000
  • Run Time: 116 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (456 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00003CXHJ
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,997 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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Taut and gripping, U-571 follows the exploits of a fictional team of World War II U.S. submariners who undertake a secret mission to capture a German Enigma machine to decode German documents. Writer-director Jonathan Mostow (Breakdown) tells an intense, economical tale, reminiscent of the best classic war films, while infusing it with modern sentiments.

Spring 1942: A crew of young submarine sailors are on a much-needed 48-hour liberty when they're suddenly called together and engaged in an expedition. At the helm are Lieutenant Commander Mike Dahlgren (Bill Paxton), Lieutenant Andrew Tyler (Matthew McConaughey), and Chief Klough (Harvey Keitel). Other pivotal crew members include Tyler's Annapolis pal Lieutenant Pete Emmett (Jon Bon Jovi, proving his acting mettle) and Lieutenant Hirsch (Jake Weber), who, along with Marine Major Coonan (David Keith), organizes the mission. As much of the movie takes place in a submarine during WWII, there are inevitable comparisons with the technical masterpiece Das Boot, but Mostow's masterfully shot tale can hold its own.

McConaughey's Tyler is believably earnest as he comes to grips with the reality, tragedy, and consequence of being in command. While this explosion-filled film consistently maintains its tense pace (as did the underrated Breakdown), it also presents with surprising restraint a genuine human story--and the remarkable journey of an unexpected hero. --N.F. Mendoza



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A story about an American submarine crew's battle against time and their own fears, while carrying out a daring mission to capture a top-secret encrypting device from a Nazi U-boat.

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81 of 93 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Well made movie, but rather unrealistic..., September 19, 2000
The movie "U571" is a well made movie. Nice pictures, very good sound.

But the point, which I critize, is, that the film is rather unrealistic. Think about the American soldiers, who learn how to use an alien ship during a fight. Moreover they are able to repair the boat and to destroy a large battle ship with only one shot.

At least, as some of other writers already said, hollywood changes historical facts for a better selling in the USA. And that should nobody do, especially with such a special topic like the World War 2.

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76 of 87 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars U-571, What Hollywood has Become, September 30, 2000
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U-571 has tremendous special effects, but so do millions of other movies. Know what else millions of other movies have? Weak plot, weak characterization, bad acting. Know what U-571 has? The same. It's true this film is griping, and it does keep you on the edge of your seat, but other that than there's not much else going for it. Like so many other movies U-571 relies on special effects to keep it afloat, which is why in the end it survived.

It was a good story, unfortunately they rushed to get it out, slapped in some dialoge, composited some special effects, and hired Bill Paxton. Fun to watch if you've got time to waste.

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31 of 35 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars A time-filler at best. Watch "Das Boot" again instead., May 20, 2000
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"Das Boot" proved that submarines can provide the settings for claustrophobic action, intense crew interactions, and nail-biting suspense. Unfortunately, "U-571" fails miserably on all three counts. The culprits here are obvious plotting, mediocre acting, and pedestrian direction. The film has one legitimate surprise (no plot spoiler here), but it's way too easy to figure out the rest of the action before it happens. Harvey Keitel fares the best of the cast, but he's stuck with the stereotypical role of the war-hardened chief petty officer. Matthew McConaughey shows no screen presence as the lieutenant who has to take command. As for the direction, the film moved too slowly (especially at the beginning). Since I was always sure of "U-571"'s outcome (unlike "Das Boot"), the suspense factor was the film's only lure and it was simply too weak.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Jonathan Mostow makes his case for U-571 . . .
A DeLaurentiis production, Jonathan Mostow's U-571 (2000) is a World War II adventure featuring submarines operating in the Atlantic in 1942. Read more
Published 14 days ago by trebe

5.0 out of 5 stars SUBMARINE WARFARE AS WE USED TO SEE IT
Cast names have changed since the first talkie submarine films were made some 80 years ago but the script and direction have not. All to the good. Read more
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2.0 out of 5 stars hear me out a quick sec
I mean it really is, there's nothing else you can say. Am I right? I mean, am I right on this one? Is this movie a joke or what? Read more
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1.0 out of 5 stars One of the Worst Movies Ever Made
This movie is a complete travesty, not to mention an insult to the intelligence of the movie going public. Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars Involving, Fast-Paced Story
Somebody looking for an intense World War II film that has a few shocking twists, can't go too wrong with this movie. (Those annoyed by historical inaccuracies: stay away! Read more
Published 4 months ago by Craig Connell

1.0 out of 5 stars I Just Want the Movie in HD, Not all the Extras I Can't Turn Off
I'm really frustrated with this thing. How do I get that "Bonus Disk" icon off the upper left of the screen??? I don't want alternate views. I don't want commentaries. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Piperboy Wannabe

4.0 out of 5 stars Better Than Most Of Whats Out There
If you're looking for historically accurate, go with Das Boot. If you prefer something faster paced, pick up U-571. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Darin Atchison

5.0 out of 5 stars Great war movie
This is a great war movie. Good action and a good plot. Very enjoyable!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Plot
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