Despite, or perhaps because of, the fact that the military is often understood to be largely humorless, it has actually been the source of some great comedies in both movies and TV.
Collider on MSN: 10 greatest American war movies of all time, ranked
So, " It is the best ever " means it's the best of all time, up to the present. " It was the best ever " means either it was the best up to that point in time, and a better one may have happened since then, or it includes up to the present.
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Daily Express on MSN: 'Masterpiece' war film hailed 'greatest movie of all time' - 96% score
The film was directed by one of the best Hollywood directors of all time and it's a must-see.
'Masterpiece' war film hailed 'greatest movie of all time' - 96% score
Patton, Apocalypse Now, and Full Metal Jacket are all among the very best American war movies in cinematic history.
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