re: Why doesn't the Thin Red Line get more respect?

I love The Thin Red Line. I think it's a great film. I have friends who have told me they hated it, but I have the impression they just didn't get it. It's a rather deep movie, but I found the realism and the non-glorification of war appealing. I love the scene when Nick Nolte's character, Lt. Col. Tall interacts with John Cusack's after they've driven the Japanese from the hilltop positions. It was very well-acted and directed. Great film.