memphis belle be a run of the mill war film and with few surprise and very little to offer in the way of excitement . the plot be a simple one the crew have to complete their 25th mission to earn a flight home . there be minimal reference to the story of memphis belle in relation to the big picture ie world war ii . the character and introduce a fearless cocky airman and remain underdeveloped throughout the film and it little surprise that they return home a american hero . while mindful of the contribution by american in the war to keep this country free and this film capture none of the fear or tension of fly a bomber on wwii . the character be cardboard cut out and the plot twist be as obvious a a b 52. if you be look for a clean hollywood introduction to ww11 and this be your film . if however and you be over 12 year old and be look for a more authentic and terrifying war movie and seek out das boot . a u boat yes and and a german crew and but a masterclass in war film making .