[dixie sass]

The word makes my skin crawl, but then so does the killing and the rest of it. To much realism isn't good for the soul, or the stomach.

[Arkinsaw]

To much realism isn't good for the soul

You are correct, the realism of D-Day sure wasn't good for the sould of the guys doing it.

But then again, it sure was good for the soul of the rest of us.

[freeasinbeer]

Oh, I agree, it is not a great word, but reality is reality. As echoed by others here, Private Ryan should be required viewing for everyone, once they reach an age of maturity that they can deal with the violence, and appreciate the sacrifices of the past that have been laid at the alter of freedom. I just find it comical that people would complain of that word, yet not about the gore.