Review of The Messenger (2009) by Crystal C — 03 Jun 2010

Thought this movies was interesting but the ending SUX!!!

This review of The Messenger (2009) was written by Crystal C on 03 Jun 2010.

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The actors playing parents and spouses (among them Steve Buscemi, Halley Feiffer, Portia, and Kevin Hagan) are stunningly believable…

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By Wesley Morris (1,967) for Boston Globe (6,852) on 30 Nov 2015

The scenes between Montgomery and Stone in plainclothes would seem to be tangential to Moverman's movie, but they're very much its point…

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By Jennifer L (740) on 02 May 2014

Great actors, go Foster! New talent indeed! Woody, love ya! But the girl, the widow, like her too! Great script! Great movie…

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By Noname (709) on 18 Aug 2014

Amazing performances from both Harrelson and Foster. A true drama that, like its leads, uses restraint for greater impact…

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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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One of the tougher jobs in the Army could very well be the one that doesn't involve combat…

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It's a tremendously moving drama, filled with heartbreak, humor and, more importantly, humanity…

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By Michael J (865) on 11 Dec 2013

Incredible performances by Harrelson and Foster. Important look at the other side of war -- those who deal with the deaths of soldiers…

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