“Last stand” scenes in movies are particularly bittersweet. On the one hand, they are iconic moments of bravery; on the other, they foreshadow character exits more often than not. Overall, the last stand scenes function as the “nitro-boost” in any narrative, realigning the movie with its central themes while giving us the spectacle we are looking for.In this article, we’re listing the most iconic last stand scenes in movies. 9 Unforgettable Last Stands in Movies1. Captain Miller vs. a Tank, Saving Private RyanAs we come closer to the end of Steven Spielberg’s Saving Private Ryan, there is a scene where we see a fallen, mortally wounded Captain Miller desperately trying to crawl to the detonator in an attempt to destroy the bridge.Realizing that he only has a few more minutes left, he fires at it defiantly with the last round of bullets remaining in his pistol—a sight that exudes both bravery and despair. A worthy character exit, indeed!2. Captain Mifune Dying Fight, The Matrix RevolutionsThe leader of the APU in battle against the Sentinels, Captain Mifune, dies the glorious death of a warrior who, in his dying moments, makes a major hit against the enemy, furthering their position in the battle. As a final survivor against dozens of machine warriors, the captain realizes that his fate is sealed. So, the least he could do is take down as many enemies as he can before he breathes his last.Taking advantage of his thorough knowledge of the APU, Captain Mifune charges fearlessly at the...
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