By the turn of the century, audiences everywhere had already been treated to sublimely made war films and series. Between the likes of movies like Platoon, Apocalypse Now, and Saving Private Ryan, to be counted among this elite club, war projects had to be exceptionally made, feature unforgettable performances, vivid realism, and be as accurate as possible. While many great war films and series can check most of the key boxes, the accuracy part can often prove a challenge. However, in many ways, Band of Brothersseemed to have gotten this part right.