Letters from Iwo Jima

Despite all of the accolades and an almost assured best picture win, this was long, dull, and too contemplative. There’s no sense of urgency. There’s no drama. Sure it’s beautifully made and poetic, but there’s no ticking clock. There’s no lust for life. Only one truly memorable scene. My feeling about Flags of our Fathers was similar. They’re both well-made, but I couldn’t wait for them to end.