Review of Home of the Brave (2006) by Terri H — 10 Jan 2009

Moving story about US soldiers who come home from Iraq very changed people. Really makes you appreciate the sacrifices they make to keep us safe.

This review of Home of the Brave (2006) was written by Terri H on 10 Jan 2009.

Home of the Brave has generally received mixed reviews.

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I rated this movie as highly as I did not because it's a particularly great film, but because it's an important one…

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By Sarah T (490) on 26 Apr 2012

Could have been so much better. decent story....decent cast...sorry acting…

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