In the last great invasion, of the last great war, the greatest danger for eight men... Was saving one.internationally acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, saving private ryan, directed by steven spielberg, is an unforgettable film achievement that has had a profound and lasting impact throughout the world. Winner of five academy awards® including best director spielberg saving private ryan also garnered two golden globe awards® for best motion picture drama and best director.seen through the eyes of a squad of american soldiers, the story begins with world war ii's historic d day invasion, and then moves beyond the beach as the men embark on a dangerous special mission. Captain john miller tom hanks must take his men behind enemy lines to find private james ryan matt damon, whose three brothers have been killed in combat. Faced with impossible odds, the men question their orders why are eight men risking their lives to save just one? Surrounded by the brutal realities of war, each man searches for his own answer and the strength to triumph over an uncertain future with honour, decency, and respect.