Since the early 50's war movies have set a precedence of being filled with the war itself, action and brutality. Here we have a war film completely opposite, the war at home of the families left behind when a soldier dies. Oren Moverman has delivered a punch to the gut with the movie that is driven from the notification process to families. A story strongly set up by Ben Foster's character Montgomery, a injured war hero who has only 3 months left on his tenure. He assigned to the Notification detail and has zero experience in how to grieve much less deal. Tremendous performances by Foster, Harrelson and Morton accompany a strong, well written script and musical score.
This film will make any person acknowledge the truth and sacrifice of every soldier. Solid, well done film. 7/10
This film will make any person acknowledge the truth and sacrifice of every soldier. Solid, well done film. 7/10