I have seen this movie though it has been many years ago. I remember it being very poignant and offering a view into the events leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor. I will have to say that I enjoyed it more than I enjoyed it more than Pearl Harbor.
This movie is a classic. I love watching great WWII movies like this. Midway, Twelve O'Clock High, and 633 Squadron also comes to mind. These movies were created back in the 60's and 70's and used a lot of authentic aircraft in their shooting of scenes.
This movie is indeed a classic. I remember having to see this in HS. I thought it was cruddy at first, but then I got into it and really began to appreciate it.