looks like you guys like action...LOL
have you ever seen
Saints and Soldiers
it is an independent film (we like independent films)
very well done.
Also,
Joyeux Noel
both got some action, but have great plots
we like foreign films also.
not sure if they have this at your local video stores though, they are kind of old:
Jean de Florette (based on novel written by Marcel Pagnol)
then if you get hooked on that, try the sequel:
Manon of the Spring (the twist will make you grip your seats)