Around a month ago, I ordered Tora, Tora, Tora on DVD. I had not seen it in many years. I am one of those people who watch a movie then don’t remember a whole lot or just never noticed to start with.
I thought it was pretty good but a little boring. Watched it again a few days later and it seemed to improve. I did think there was a lot of discussion among people both Japanese and American leaders.
Watched it again last night and it was much better. I began to understand all the things which took place.
Mitsuo Fuchida was a technical advisor for the carrier scenes...especially the launch at sunrise. Which, ironically, was filmed on the Essex-class carrier USS Lexington.