Review of Max Manus: Man of War (2008) by Karine T — 28 Mar 2010
Max Manus is a WWII war hero I never heard of, maybe because he's Norweigian. Aksel Hennie, looking like the bastard son of Christoper Walken and Steve Buscemi, doesn't make for an imposing figure, as the gorgeous Nazi hunting him comments, but he's a hell of a secret soldier sabateur.
I kept thinking of Inglourious Basterds and this true story flick just reminded me of how silly I found that film. I was also reminded of how facist the USA has become, invading sovereign nations, torturing people, etc.
It's hard not to come to that conclusion if you add up all their violent and imperialistic tactics abroad. I guess it all comes down to a matter of perspective...one side's terrorist is the other's hero.
It just depends on what side of the battleline you're on.
This review of Max Manus: Man of War (2008) was written by Karine T on 28 Mar 2010.
Max Manus: Man of War has generally received very positive reviews.
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