Review of Home of the Brave (2006) by Shaun B — 12 Dec 2007

Really sad movie, makes you feel sorry for veterans and their stress.

This review of Home of the Brave (2006) was written by Shaun B on 12 Dec 2007.

Home of the Brave has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Mariana M (177) on 24 Jan 2013

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By Jason L (914) on 15 Dec 2011

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By Boris Nicolas E (149) on 22 Jan 2011

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Rather boring movie. I watched the first hour and then I stopped. Never saw the end. Its only worth watching because Samuel L. Jackson is in it…

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Evenness of political keel, combined with a generic filmmaking style, is an artistic weapon way too puny for a successful assault on so tough,…

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By Rosario N (44) on 30 Jul 2011

Great film well done, and the acting beautiful, just love it…

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