Band of Brothers

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I recently finished re-watching HBO's, Band of Brothers. Band of Brothers is a ten-part miniseries that takes place during World War II. Based on the Stephen E. Ambrose's book of the same title, Band of Brothers follows the fictionalized history of Easy Company (part of the 506th Parachute Infranty Regiment, 101st Airborne Division) from training through the end of the war.

This viewing marks the forth time I have watched the series. The first time, I viewed it as it unfolded on HBO directly and it was captivating. I was completely enveloped by both the production and content of the miniseries. This time was no different. Every episode floods me with emotion. Every episode puts me there with the soldiers of Easy Company. Every episode, even the last, leaves me wanting more. 

On this viewing, I had the pleasure of watching it with my 15 year old son. We watched an episode a night. We waited until the rest of the family went to bed and then meet up in the family room. Taking our usual positions, me on a comfy sofa and my son in an overstuffed chair, we settled in for an hour or so of pure escape into a time and world that few now can remember. 

This was my son's first time watching Band of Brothers completely. He was filled with emotions and questions and wonder that made him think and ponder. A rare gift to a 15 year old. He was enthralled. I enjoyed watching him and his journey through the miniseries as much as I enjoyed my own. 

Band of Brothers… This miniseries is, without a doubt, one of the finest works to ever come out of Hollywood. It is a true cinematic masterpiece and a creative body of work that will stand the test of time. If you have not had the pleasure of seeing the miniseries, you should.

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This post was originally published on Kerrsplat.com, dated October 19, 2013.