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4
by Rotoguy
Believe the hype - this is a great film well made fantastically written and acted and gitty in its realism.
Originally only making a paltry $19 million at the box office (compare that to Avatar's... Read more
$2.5 billion) it shows that you dont have to have a big budget to make stand out movies.The cast - though recognisable - are generally unknowns (with the exception of Guy Pearce) but this has not stopped them pouring themselves into the roles. The camera work is great, effects impressive considering the minimal budget and the scenes where bombs are being defused the tension is almost too much to take - and your just the one watching it!
Though it is not a 5 star film it is damn close.
4
by toscie
Interesting flick - can see it appealing to the wider audience, even with the 'war' stereotypical scenes. Gives insight into the daily grind/psychological issues that soldiers face in actual combat.
4
by KathyD
Was definitely a good watch, thrilling and interesting to gain an indepth look into the war in Iraq. Would recommend
5
by Sally6
WAY better that Avatar, gritty and scary. Interesting combat psych in play.
4
by Chick H
Excellent. Depects the ravages of war and the almost impossible task of fitting back into "normal" society.
5
by Steph
Great film - one of the best I have seen. Very authentic and extremely enthralling with brilliant acting.
5
by zerostudy
Great movie! action, suspense, reality without too much angst. To me it really shows the Iraq situation in a realistic way - with the genuine reactions to some pretty unreal situations.
5
by Bill333
A Classic Great. A doco story, that really makes you feel the real experiences of war.
4
by Mrs P
Was slightly concerned whether this would be yet another war film but was pleasantly surprised. It's more about the team and the methods they use to survive from a personal point of view. Good ending.
4
by qofd
Normally not fond of war movies but this was an interesting take and something a little different.