Review of Taking Chance (2009) by Christian M — 01 Aug 2009

Kevin Bacon is a star as a Marine escort for a fallen Marine on his journey home.

This review of Taking Chance (2009) was written by Christian M on 01 Aug 2009.

Taking Chance has generally received positive reviews.

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By Tom R (1,102) on 10 Jan 2014

An excellent movie that we use to teach 8th graders about reverence…

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By Jason R (1,823) on 29 Nov 2012

An incredibly moving film. I'm not easily affected by a movie but this one caused me to well up more than once…

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By Dave J (1,987) on 21 Apr 2015

Tuesday, February 26, 2013 (2009) Taking Chance DRAMA While 2009 The Messengers starring Woody Harrelson showcases how people from the US are…

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By Ken M (237) on 28 May 2016

This is a powerful, moving story about a Marine Officer who volunteered to escort the remains a fallen PFC to his family and funeral…

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By Cory O (77) on 18 Jan 2013

Based on the true story of a Marine from Wyoming, Kevin Bacon plays his part masterfully…

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By Trenton R (321) on 15 Mar 2014

There is a very genuine tone in this movie that could have easily weighed itself down by Hollywood loving melodrama…

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By M L (71) on 09 Dec 2017

Every citizen should watch this film, and thank their God for those that sacrificed their all…

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By Tom A (654) on 20 Dec 2014

Outstanding-thank you Chance Phelps for your service to your country. And thank you Kevin Bacon for a great performance…

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By Michael M (3,845) on 19 May 2015

I watched this film for my Film Appreciation class, I thought it was a very emotional film that payed a great compliment to our servicemen…

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By Robert S (1,498) on 18 Jan 2013

Based on the true story of a Marine from Wyoming, Kevin Bacon plays his part masterfully…

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