Cinematic Rating
Budget
$25,485,000
Revenue
$37,150,000
Studio
20th Century Fox, Toei Company, Williams-Fleischer Productions
Tora! Tora! Tora! Review
MovieWise Analysis
The Story: Released in 1970, Tora! Tora! Tora! centers on a narrative that explores War, History, Drama. In the summer of 1941, the United States and Japan seem on the brink of war after constant embargos and failed diplomacy come to no end. "Tora! Tora! Tora!", named after the code words used by the lead Japanese pilot to indicate they had surprised the Americans, covers the days leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor, which plunged America into the Second World War.
Cinematic Style: Visually, the film is a standout, utilizing "The incredible attack on Pearl Harbor." to set a specific mood. The director focuses on the atmosphere of War, History, Drama, ensuring the pacing keeps the audience engaged from the opening frame.
The Experience: At its heart, the movie is about the emotional resonance of its themes. Whether it is high-stakes tension or reflective sequences, the film manages to craft a world that feels impactful.
The Verdict: The final result is a polished piece of entertainment. Whether you are here for the plot twists or the performances, it delivers a satisfying experience that lingers.
What Audiences Are Saying
"First off, this is a very good historical fictionalization of an epic event. Many parts are very accurate whereas others are more or less. This is after all a Hollywood movie, NOT a documentary such as "The World At War", so we can't be too critical about perfect accuracy. Originally it was supp..."
"I remember viewing this film as a kid shortly after it came out in Sweden. At that time I was not impressed. I was expecting an action filled war movie and what I got was a boring movie where the good guys got beaten up at the end. I do not think I even new anything about the real events in Pearl..."
"This is told a little in the style of “The Longest Day” (1962) as it shows us both sides of the preparations for the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. With the US having moved it’s Pacific fleet from the safety of San Diego to an altogether more vulnerable location on Hawai’i, Admiral Kimmel (Marti..."
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