“Saving Private Ryan” (1998), directed by Steven Spielberg, opens with the harrowing D-Day invasion of Normandy. Amidst the chaos, Captain John Miller (Tom Hanks) is assigned a daunting mission: to find and bring home Private James Ryan (Matt Damon), whose brothers have been killed in action. Leading a squad of soldiers, Miller navigates the ravages of war, encountering both the brutality and humanity of combat. As they search for Ryan, the men grapple with the meaning of sacrifice, duty, and the bonds forged in the crucible of war. The film is a poignant, unflinching portrayal of the cost of heroism and the enduring spirit of camaraderie.