La véritable histoire du soldat Ryan

During the Normandy invasion of World War II, Captain John Miller is assigned to lead six men on a dangerous mission behind enemy lines. Their objective is to find and bring home Private First Class James Francis Ryan, the last surviving brother of four servicemen. As they navigate the brutal realities of war, the soldiers question the mission's worth and the sacrifices being made.

Saving Private Ryan is widely acclaimed as one of the greatest war films ever made, praised for its harrowing realism, intense combat sequences, and powerful emotional impact. Critics lauded its visceral depiction of the D-Day landings and its exploration of the cost of war and heroism. Audiences were deeply moved by the film's storytelling and performances.

• Hailed for its unflinching and visceral portrayal of combat, particularly the D-Day landings.

• Praised for its powerful performances, especially by Tom Hanks, and its profound emotional resonance.

• Celebrated for its realistic depiction of the sacrifices made by soldiers during World War II.

Google audience: Viewers consistently praise the film's realism and its intense, immersive depiction of World War II combat, finding it both harrowing and deeply moving. Many highlight the emotional weight of the story and the outstanding performances as key strengths.

Won 5 Academy Awards including Best Director, and nominated for Best Picture. Also won numerous other awards including BAFTAs and Golden Globes.

The opening D-Day sequence was filmed on location in Ireland, using the Curracloe Strand beach, which was extensively modified to resemble Omaha Beach.