The Battle of Midway (1942)
Description:
The Japanese attack on Midway in June 1942, filmed as it happened. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive, in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, in 2006.
Director: John Ford
Producer: john ford
Content Rating:
User Reviews: Mixed to Positive (base on 133 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 21:13:04
Genre:
Documentary
War
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george cukor
The soundtrack was forgettable and didn't add to the mood.
leslie pearce
A strong, engaging story from start to finish.
sidney meyers
The world-building pulled me in immediately.
rupert julian
Surprisingly impactful and heartfelt.
ewing scott
Poor editing made the scenes feel disconnected.
michael caffey
A memorable soundtrack that fit perfectly.
richard whorf
A tedious experience that felt way too long.
howard hughes
The world-building pulled me in immediately.
ubaldo ragona
Visually stunning and emotionally gripping. Highly recommended!
george sherman
The acting was inconsistent and sometimes awkward.
harry o hoyt
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
arthur davis
Weak character development left me uninterested.
alfred e green
The dialogue felt natural and well-written.
joseph green
An absolute masterpiece. Brilliant performances and direction.
peter bogdanovich
The acting was inconsistent and sometimes awkward.
alex nicol
One of the better films I've watched in a while.
reginald le borg
Disappointing and lackluster. Expected much more.
ray kellogg
A thrilling ride from start to finish. Couldn't take my eyes off the screen.
ted post
The dialogue didn't feel natural.
ralph murphy
Poor editing made the scenes feel disconnected.