Review of Patriots Day (2016) by Preston J — 14 Jan 2017

Decent movie, but worth waiting for DVD release to watch.

This review of Patriots Day (2016) was written by Preston J on 14 Jan 2017.

Patriots Day has generally received positive reviews.

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By Chris F (1,190) on 24 Feb 2018

Absolutely intense depiction of the events leading up to and following the 2013 bombing of the Boston marathon…

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By Lezee (801) on 04 Nov 2017

Terrorism has a religion and we all know which one! One of the best films recently I have seen. It was based on the real…

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By Cody M (1,392) on 13 Mar 2018

Peter Berg and Mark Wahlberg have done it again by crafting a thrilling and emotional film, representing the humanity of Boston during that…

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By Anne Brodie (132) for What She Said (131) on 23 Aug 2018

Wahlberg's entirely suited for the role of a law enforcement official rough around the edges with a proud, caring heart, a role he's done before,…

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By Dragonfly44 (103) on 23 Oct 2020

It does have a few issues but Patriots Day is a well crafted and extremely emotional movie. I loved it…

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By Alistair Ryder (351) for Cinemole (129) on 11 Nov 2018

Berg's film packs a punch with its extravagantly directed action and gruelling tension, but it often feels empty as it fails to fully grasp…

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By Matthew B (2,571) on 01 Apr 2018

While at times the film can become a bit too preachy, it still remains as a truly exceptional tribute to the heroes and victims during the…

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By Matt Oakes (180) for Silver Screen Riot (180) on 05 Nov 2018

Berg, like Bay before him, uses patriotism as an easy crutch to heighten the emotionality of scenes…

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By Daddyo3 (22) on 14 Feb 2018

Pretty good movie. I think another actor may have done a better job than Mark W with this one…

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By Pierre L (55) on 28 Jun 2018

Excellent movie!!! Very well made. Mark Wahlberg gives such a great performance. Little bit disturbing. But very enjoyable…

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