Review of The Messenger (2009) by Pj M — 15 Dec 2012

Ihan ok draama hyvillä näyttelijöillä.

This review of The Messenger (2009) was written by Pj M on 15 Dec 2012.

The Messenger has generally received positive reviews.

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By Aaron Hillis (362) for Village Voice (8,525) on 03 Jul 2017

What really resonates is the complex tale of camaraderie between two men whose only hope of avoiding self-destruction is to let down their…

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By Eric B (2,026) 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 Gavin M (668) on 27 Apr 2015

Very hard movie to watch. It will definitely have you either turning off your DVD player or Netflix. Or it will keep you intrigued…

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By Daniel L (1,283) on 10 Jul 2014

A powerful, bittersweet film that focuses on a facet of War (outside the battlefield) rarely explored…

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By Taha S (40) on 09 Jun 2014

Superb in all facets of film making. Brilliant acting, chilling, dark and gripping til the last minute…

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By Carlos M (2,069) on 27 Nov 2016

The plot in the second half is not exactly groundbreaking, and Samantha Morton seems weirdly out of place for some reason…

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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 Jordan A (505) 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 Alex W (1,471) on 26 Jan 2014

One of the most intense well acted movies out there…

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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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