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Even if you favor entertainment over education when it comes to cinema, you probably care at least a little about historical accuracy when watching historical dramas. A little creative license never hurt anyone, but attention to detail adds an authenticity that makes the viewing experience feel richer. That’s especially true of war movies, which attract two overlapping sets of people sometimes known for being persnickety: history buffs and cinephiles. If you belong to either camp, you’ll want to watch these five war movies known for their historical accuracy. From Here to Eternity (1953) Though most war movies are praised or criticized for how accurately they portray the battlefield, Fred Zinnemann’s Best Picture winner has been noted for capturing another aspect of military life: the U.S. armed forces’ “obsession” with sports, which reached its zenith during World War II.  From Here to Eternity is ...Read More