Is there any hope for our guilt? It is a marvelous film for many reasons and it has many meaningful interpretations. The first we can think of is of course the effect of the Vietnam War on a normal man. It made him someone whose desire to kill, whose need to kill could never be controlled and dominated. Nothing could keep him within the limits of normalcy, that is to say a violence that is purely symbolical or superficial. His desire was not to punch a few noses and be done with it, but it was to kill, and I repeat that was a need for him... more info
Very good I was browsing through channels in my sofa, when suddenly a movie was starting, saw the name Viggo Mortensen in the credits and gave it a shot.
I was very surprised with this movie. A simple story, but done in a way that touches you inside. It's one of those movies with a simple plot, small scenery that brings so much more to it.
Viggo is at his best here, in fact i think this is his best performance ever. He really is a great actor and i hope he gets more attention in the future (specially after the... more info
a really excellent film The film was consistant in its excellent acting, with a very interesting and poigiant story line, which although quite a familiar idea of bad brother versus good brother, was still a pleasure to watch. As can be seen by the certificate it is obviously not a family film and may not appeal to all. However, the superb acting, dramatic and at times rather beautiful storyline, certainly compels the audience to watch on. The film seems to have been directed with sensitivity, and good understanding of the... more info