Review of Restrepo (2010) by Matt W — 12 Nov 2011

Best modern war-time documentary of all time.

This review of Restrepo (2010) was written by Matt W on 12 Nov 2011.

Restrepo has generally received very positive reviews.

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By David T (1,513) on 26 Jun 2014

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By Brad S (2,657) on 28 Nov 2016

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By Robert H (1,967) on 19 Jan 2015

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By Alec L (211) on 21 Dec 2015

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By Michelle R (485) on 07 Dec 2013

Whether you agree with the war or not, this is a moving and honest documentary that shows what the platoon based in the Korengal Valley had…

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By Gustavo R (81) on 07 Apr 2018

Legal. Mas não vi nada de mais no documentário, nada que me surpreendeu…

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By Ned P (117) on 17 Dec 2013

Powerful and moving with a strong insight into the reality of the Afghan war that too many back at home do not consider…

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Pretty decent film. But it didn't really grab my attention until the end…

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