Band of Brothers (DVD, 2002, 6-Disc Set)

Hands down, this is one of the greatest disk collections ever created. The Band of Brothers is the story of Easy Company, a tight-knit crew of World War II soldiers and their journey from the beginning to the end of the war. I have watched this collection through at least 5 times from beginning to end.

In addition to the backdrop of the war, this series is about the stories behind the bonds that these soldiers forged during the war. A lot of my friends were under the impression that this film was a typical war movie involving testosterone and gunpowder, but the truth is that this movie has very little to do with other Lee Marvin films - this movie is about the people.

The craziest part of this series is when you sit back and realize that The Band of Brothers was a real group of people. It actually makes you drift in and out of the Hollywood experience. As deep as you get into the drama, you are snapped back to the reality that the Band of Brothers were REAL PEOPLE.

If you have read any of the Stephen Ambrose books, enjoyed Saving Private Ryan, or have a pulse...you will really enjoy this film.

Currahee!