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Review & premiere of "Saving Private Ryan", in a Los Angeles newspaper...
Review & premiere of "Saving Private Ryan", in a Los Angeles newspaper...
Item # 720644
July 24, 1998
LOS ANGELES TIMES, July 24, 1998
* Best "Saving Private Ryan" advertisement
* World War II D-Day invasion - Tom Hanks
* Grand opening day premiere review
A terrific issue on the premiere of the motion picture hit "Schindler's List" and perhaps no better newspaper could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hollywood area's prime publication.
Note: Where else might one find authentic, poster-size ads for Opening Day showings, in the most desirable Hollywood-area newspaper - as we were lucky enough to obtain this (and others) indirectly from the Los Angeles Times' own collection? It simply doesn't get any better! In over 40 years of collecting, we have yet to see such unique & dramatic coverage with truly top-shelf, eye-catching displayability (see images).
The front page of section F has a review of the film, headed: "Soldiers Of Misfortune" with a related photo. The article carries over to page 22. And perhaps just as significant is the terrific, double full page advertisement for the film (see).
A quite rare issue as it would not have been saved since it contains no historically significant content. Present are the complete sections 1 and F only totaling 72. Great condition.
AI notes: Saving Private Ryan (1998), directed by Steven Spielberg, is a World War II epic that follows Captain John H. Miller (Tom Hanks) and his squad as they undertake a perilous mission to find and rescue Private James Francis Ryan (Matt Damon), the last surviving brother of four servicemen, after the other three are killed in action. The film is renowned for its unflinching realism, particularly the opening 27-minute depiction of the D-Day invasion at Omaha Beach, which immerses viewers in the chaos, fear, and brutality of combat through handheld cameras, desaturated colors, and graphic depictions of violence. As Miller’s squad navigates war-torn France, the narrative explores themes of duty, sacrifice, and the moral ambiguities of war, showing the psychological toll on soldiers as they wrestle with the value of one life versus many. Supporting performances from actors including Tom Sizemore, Edward Burns, Barry Pepper, Vin Diesel, and Giovanni Ribisi add depth to the ensemble, portraying a diverse cross-section of American troops. Praised for its technical mastery and emotional impact, the film won five Academy Awards, including Best Director, and is widely regarded as one of the most influential and realistic portrayals of combat in cinema history.
Category: The 20th Century
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