It seems I had waited 44 years for a movie about this fascinating historic event. I love modern history and movies. I purchased this DVD and kept it for Xmas day. This was a tad disappointing. A weak sub plot attempted to pad out the movie involving two singers and at one point I thought it was turning into a musical.The movie was not gritty enough and missed a golden opportunity to show the true horror of the trenches and the incredible beauty of this amazing event. Don't get me wrong its not bad I just expected more. I somehow think this attempt will be bettered when a true filmmaker gets a shot at it. Until then it's a passable attempt and well worth seeing.There is a sermon at the end of the movie that I find questionable. Good subject matter does not guarantee a great movie, however its the rare magic that happens when you mix the two I crave for. Schindler's list and All quiet on the Western front are fine examples. The cinematography was good the DVD has a good quality soundtrack and I found the white balance in a predominately white environment well done. A lack of special features and an historical documentary was also a missed chance.
Review of Joyeux Noel
