Review of The Messenger (2009) by Eric F — 16 Nov 2010

Excellent film with great performances by the entire cast.

This review of The Messenger (2009) was written by Eric F on 16 Nov 2010.

The Messenger has generally received positive reviews.

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By Spangle (1,205) on 17 Jul 2014

A very emotional film, The Messenger is certainly a must watch as it really manages to touch you in many ways and feels entirely heartfelt…

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By Drago? C (170) on 14 Aug 2015

A good story with some strong, emotional performances, especially by the supporting cast…

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By Rick Groen (1,350) for The Globe and Mail (Toronto) (4,018) on 04 Jan 2016

The Hurt Locker may be getting all the attention and awards but The Messenger is at least as good and perhaps, given its delicate handling…

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By Bass 9 (254) on 16 Feb 2014

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By Rokko K (17) on 16 Jan 2016

The Messenger is truly great and well acted movie, that got overlooked because of The Hurt Locker…

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By Luis C (539) on 02 Oct 2015

Though bleak and depressing, The Messenger is a superb war film without a glimpse of actual warfare in it, thanks to a subtle direction by…

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