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The 10 Greatest Epic War Movies of the Last 100 Years, Ranked
The article ranks ten epic war films from the past century, arguing that the genre’s scale and spectacle have made it a lasting part of film history. It highlights how these films can also explore the political and psychological effects of conflict, though some prioritise myth and entertainment over historical accuracy.
The excerpt discusses Ridley Scott’s *Kingdom of Heaven*, Abel Gance’s silent *Napoléon* and John Woo’s *Red Cliff*. It praises the director’s cut of *Kingdom of Heaven* after the original release was heavily edited, notes that versions of *Napoléon* range from under two hours to more than nine, and describes *Red Cliff* as Woo’s return to Asian cinema, based on a third-century Chinese battle.
In short
- The article ranks ten large-scale war films from the past century.
- *Kingdom of Heaven* is praised in its director’s cut.
- *Napoléon* and *Red Cliff* are noted for their cinematic scale.