Munich

TheBlueMonster · #1 12-10-2005, 11:20 PM

There has been much hype leading up to the release of "Munich" , mostly good. I can't decide if I'm really excited for this or kinda wary. Obviously if anyone can tackle such a depressing/intense story, Spielberg is the guy to do it.
Anyone have thoughts on this? Is it gonna be good or just sensational revisionist filmmaking?

jba · #2 12-10-2005, 11:32 PM

this movie needs to be made. spielberg is the guy to do it. IMHO this story is plenty captivating without need to revise anything.

Lloyd · #3 12-10-2005, 11:37 PM

HBO did the first adaptation of the book Spielberg's adapts for "Munich" in a film called "Sword of Gideon" - back in the late 80s I believe. It obviously wasn't a blockbuster type film as back then an HBO film wasn't quite on par with studio releases. But it was certainly a good film with intensity and action. I can only imagine how it will be with Spielberg. I don't think it's going to be too depressing. My understanding is the focus is on the Mosad agents seeking out and neutralizing the PLO terrorists.

TheBlueMonster · #4 12-10-2005, 11:39 PM

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My understanding is the focus is on the Mosad agents seeking out and neutralizing the PLO terrorists.

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that's what I've read.