- OdinTheRavenKinghace 21 h## Synopsis The unfortunately fake story of American submariners who took control of a German sub that held the most important device in winning the war, the Enigma. ## Review When this movie first came out, I would have put money that it was based on a true story. It is, in the loosest part of they took a single incident - Allies stealing a U-boat, and the enigma inside. It wasn't done by Americans either. Not only that, but it was done by the Brits and so that is something to remember. In fact the Brits are who broke the Enigma and you can see that story in [[The Imitation Game]]. The story in itself is interesting. I have learned a lot about Submarine warfare from [[The Hunt for Red October]] and [[Indianapolis]], which is why I watched this movie, and I know there are things here that are 100% for the sake of the movie. However, on the flip side of that, they tell it VERY well. There are a lot of things set up in the first act that are paid off all the way at the end of third act. That leads to some excellent acting and character building for sure. Matthew McConaughey and Harvey Keitel are the reason you watch this movie. They do an outstanding job understanding their role and playing it how you would expect Naval Gentlemen to do. A young brash officer who thinks hitting all the checkmarks makes him ready for the next command. A grizzled Chief that understands that his actions and reactions will ripple through the rest of the enlisted. ## [My Rating] When I was younger, I remember thinking that this movie and [[Remember the Titans]] were going to be the only DVDs I would want or need. Not sure why I felt that way when I had watched [[Star Wars Episode I - The Phantom Menace]] a dozen times by the time these came out. I think at the time I would have given them a 8. However, watching it now, the explosions of ships, the exposition of the story elements, the over the top stereotypical characters, just make it hard to keep there. I think I am going to give this a 7. ## [Parental Rating] There is language, but speaking that this came out in 2000, it is tame. There isn't any sex or nudity. The blood is more funny than real. It is very bright and always comes from the mouth, so there is an element of fakery to it. There is no family elements so I can confidently say that Mom is out. Dad does enjoy this movie, or at least did back in the day. Approved by Dad, rejected by Mom.
- flavo4328 de diciembre de 2025U‑571 has all the ingredients of a strong wartime thriller: an impressive cast of rising talent supported by seasoned actors, excellent special effects, and a narrative that moves with confidence. On a purely cinematic level, it’s tense, polished, and engaging. However, as a veteran and a fan of military history, it’s hard to overlook the film’s biggest flaw—its complete disregard for the real events surrounding the capture of the Enigma machine. Instead of honouring the genuine heroism of those who actually carried out the mission, the film invents an American‑led operation, rewriting history for dramatic effect. That creative liberty doesn’t just stretch the truth; it undermines the real sacrifices made by others. While the movie works as entertainment, its historical inaccuracy is too significant to ignore. For that reason, I can’t in good conscience rate it highly, despite its technical strengths.
- viktorsmi29 de noviembre de 2025One of the more underappreciated movies of its time. The biggest crime this movie commits is using real vessel names for a completely fictional story. However, this is not a documentary, it is a work of fiction based on multiple war stories. It is in fact an action movie set in a submarine. Practical effects are much appreciated, albeit they may have affected the "historical accuracy" some people look for. However, if you accept this movie is a work of fiction, then it's just a fun ride all around. Solid acting by McConaughey, Keitel and Paxton, with everyone else doing great job. I'm not sure why Bon Jovi got one of the top billings when he's barely in the movie.
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U-571 was released on 20 de abril de 2000.
U-571 was directed by Jonathan Mostow.
U-571 has a runtime of 1h 56min.
U-571 was produced by Dino De Laurentiis, Martha De Laurentiis.
En 1942, en plena Segunda Guerra Mundial, la flota alemana está ganando la partida a la armada aliada causándoles gran número de bajas. Cientos de barcos están siendo hundidos por los submarinos de Hitler gracias a un sistema de comunicaciones llamado "enigma", que posiciona con increíble exactitud los objetivos a los que deben atacar. Pero ahora, un capitán norteamericano ha detectado las señales de "enigma". Se encuentran a bordo de un submarino alemán averiado, el U-571, en mitad del Atlántico Norte. Rápidamente, un grupo de oficiales aliados, haciéndose pasar por miembros de la armada alemana a bordo del S-33, son enviados para reducir a la tripulación del U-571 y capturar el codificador "enigma", con el que las comunicaciones alemanas podrán ser interceptadas.
The key characters in U-571 are Lt. Andrew Tyler (Matthew McConaughey), Lt. Cmdr. Mike Dahlgren (Bill Paxton), CPO Henry Klough (Harvey Keitel).
U-571 is rated 7.
U-571 is an Action, Adventure, Bélica film.
U-571 has an audience rating of 6.1 out of 10.
U-571 had a budget of 62 MUS$.
U-571 has made 127,7 MUS$ at the box office.