The Bloody Hundredth was produced as an accompaniment to fellow Apple TV+ production Masters of the Air, and it shows. In writing and editing, it doesn’t feel grand enough to stand on its own despite having big stars like Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg come in and lend their presence. That said, it’s still a compelling story, made even more valuable by the real-life heroes who recall their experiences onscreen. This, plus the rich archival footage that accompanies them, is what makes an otherwise straightforward documentary well worth watching.
Synopsis
Meet the real-life airmen who inspired Masters of the Air as they share the harrowing and transformative events of the 100th Bomb Group.
Storyline
Narrated by Tom Hanks, this documentary takes a deep dive into the 100th Bomb Group and the bloody sacrifices they made to win a crucial battle in World War II.
TLDR
Tom Hanks does not have one unpatriotic bone in his body, and it’s genuinely amazing how he hasn’t been dragged for it yet.
What stands out
It’s pretty sad that even documentaries now have to add a spoiler warning before they start. I blame all of you, Marvel fans.
