The Staying Power of Pearl Harbor, More Than 20 Years Later

by Kevin Faber

Pearl Harbor was one of the most anticipated films of all time, and for a good reason: it had everything – action, romance, history. The movie came out in 2001 and was a huge success, grossing over $200 million at the box office.

But what about Pearl Harbor has made it stand the test of time? Here are five reasons why the movie is still great more than 20 years later.

1. The Love Story

While Pearl Harbor is primarily a love story, it is also a film about the attack on Pearl Harbor. The film follows the relationship between Rafe McCawley (Ben Affleck) and Evelyn Johnson (Kate Beckinsale), a pilot and a nurse who fall in love just before the attack. The film does an excellent job of depicting the events of the episode, and the aftermath of the attack is also shown in detail. The attack on Pearl Harbor was a pivotal moment in American history, and Pearl Harbor is a great film that documents that event.

2. The Action

The attack on Pearl Harbor is one of the most iconic moments in American history, and the film does an excellent job of recreating it. The action sequences are thrilling and harrowing, giving you a real sense of the scale of the attack. The film captures the chaos and confusion of the episode perfectly, and it's hard not to be caught up in the emotion of it all. The acting is also top-notch, with Josh Hartnett and Ben Affleck giving solid performances. You can bet that the actors had to do more than a 30 minute arm workout to get in shape for this movie. Pearl Harbor is a gripping and powerful film that will leave a lasting impression on viewers.

3. The History

In the days leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor, tensions were high in Hawaii. The United States had been monitoring Japanese activity in the region for some time, and there was a growing sense that something was about to happen. The film Pearl Harbor does an excellent job of depicting this sense of foreboding and the preparations for the attack. The film does a good job of depicting the confusion and chaos of the attack, as well as the heroism of those who fought back. In the aftermath of the attack, America declared war on Japan, and the course of history was changed forever.

4. The Cast

Pearl Harbor is an excellent film with a great cast. Ben Affleck and Kate Beckinsale star as lovers caught in the middle of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Their performances are excellent, and they have great chemistry together. Josh Hartnett also gives a great performance as one of Affleck's comrades-in-arms. The film also features Cuba Gooding Jr., Tom Sizemore, and Alec Baldwin in supporting roles. They all give great performances and help bring the story to life. Pearl Harbor is an excellent film that is well worth watching.

5. The Music

The movie has an incredible score by Hans Zimmer. The music is sweeping and epic, and it helps to heighten the emotion of the film. I especially love the scene where the protagonist runs through the streets, and the music builds to a crescendo as he finally reaches his goal. His music can transport you to another world.

Pearl Harbor is a classic film enjoyed more than 20 years later. It's a great love story with thrilling action sequences, and it features an excellent cast and Hans Zimmer's incredible score. If you haven't seen it, it's definitely worth watching.