Review of Casualties of War (1989) by David Ansen for Newsweek — 27 Nov 1998
More than most films, it depends on the strength of its performances for its effect - and especially on Penn's performance. If he is not able to convince us of his power, his rage and his contempt for the life of the girl, the movie would not work.
He does, in a performance of overwhelming, brutal power.
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This review of Casualties of War (1989) was written by David Ansen and published by Newsweek on 27 Nov 1998.
Casualties of War has generally received positive reviews.
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