this be one of the best military film ever make . and it be great because of it focus on value . it a great human interest story that turn on a commitment to honor and loyalty and love and and determination . gooding and deniro be superb in the lead role . it wonderful to see the master chief racism evolve toward respect and love through carl brashear determination and drive and and yes and sense of honor . the title indicate the source of their bond . i never notice until this last time watch it how brilliant carl lumbly portrayal of carl father and mac brashear and be . in a way and it a cornerstone of the film in that it carl memory of his father that help carry him through hard time . i be selective about what film i purchase . this be one of those rare one that i want on my shelf . it will be see many time in the future and i be sure .