REEL DEAL: The Monuments Men REVIEW

Ever wondered what happened to the priceless artworks which was made by the masters like Michelangelo, Picasso and Rembrandt? Alongside the warring sides of the Axis and Allied powers were brave men, who are not really soldiers but saviors of the artworks which could be lost forever as war broke into Europe, they are called "The Monuments Men"

As a tribute to these art heroes, 20th Century Fox presents the real life travails of art scholars, architects, art lovers and curators strife to retrieve art collections which was seized by the Nazis during the war. Starring George Clooney as Lt. Frank Stokes, Matt Damon as Lt. James Granger, Bill Murray as Sgt. Richard Campbell, John Goodman as Sgt. Walter Garfield, Jean Dujardin as Lt. Jean Claude Clermont, Bob Balaban as Pvt. Preston Savitz, Hugh Bonneville as Lt. Donald Jeffries Cate Blanchett as Claire Simone, Sam Hazeldine as Colonel Langton, and  Dimitri Leonidas as Sam Epstein. Inspired by the heroes, it also took them a lot of effort in production design.

Many would think it would be another war movie, and it is but there is so much more which will tickle the minds of the audience especially those who are familiar with the critical art works will definitely feel the intensity of the plot.

The Monuments Men  is brought to you by Columbia Pictures and 20th Century Fox. Now Showing in Theaters February 12.

Deliberation time kids! 

Show summary in 3 lines: Art and War

Technical Effects: 4 out of 5 stars (It used a classic look which you would think it was made in the 1950's)

Plot: 3 out of 5 stars (Despite war scenes, a little more action would be preferred)

Acting and Actors: 4 out of 5 stars  (Best performances are John Goodman and George Clooney) 

Music and Soundtracks:  3 out for 5 stars (Cool and simple, the military march theme may sometimes be overused)

Pros:  Visual effects, production design, Art works, Classic look
Cons:  Lack of climactic scenes, establishment of character profiles
Overall Rating: 4.1 out of 5 stars (A great way to learn history and appreciate art)