
U-571
Heroes are ordinary men who do extraordinary things in extraordinary times.
Directed by Jonathan Mostow
Produced by Universal Pictures, StudioCanal
A tense, action-driven World War II submarine thriller centered on a high-stakes covert mission to capture an enemy encryption device.
In the midst of World War II, the battle under the sea rages and the Nazis have the upper hand as the Allies are unable to crack their war codes. However, after a wrecked U-boat sends out an SOS signal, the Allies realise this is their chance to seize the 'enigma coding machine'.
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Is U-571 one of a kind? No. Less singular than 91% of films.
Is U-571 violent? Yes. More violent than 80% of films.
Is U-571 scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.
Is U-571 sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.
Is U-571 easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Does U-571 end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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