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Summary: Shows why liberals suck
Review: If it wasn't for all the anti- war liberalism, we could've freed the Iraqi people in the gulf war. the movie demonstrates how bleeding-hearts are responsible for Iraqi suffering. And today we stil hear anti=war protests against freeing Iraq. Incredible.
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Summary: Surprise package
Review: While still resembling the disposable summer entertainment it pretends to be, "Three Kings" is actually a savage indictment of American foreign policy and the sorry implications of Western ignorance when it comes to the Middle East. Most young men don't want to think about all that challenging stuff, so perhaps pitching this as an action-comedy about American boys kicking sandy butt was the only way to get the audience which most needs to see it into the theatres. The result is a film with just enough action to be enjoyed as a purely visceral war story, but which more politically aware viewers can admire for its bracing and balanced take on modern imperialism and the politics of oil - although everyone may feel let down by an anachronistic Hollywood ending which reeks of studio interference or post-preview jitters. But the real tragedy is that in the current political environment which Bush has strategically dumbed down into the dishonest polarity of "Good vs. Evil", this is precisely the kind of forthright, sophisticated film we should be seeing more of - and precisely the kind of film which now has little chance of ever being made again. Treasure it.
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Summary: Kings Amoung Men
Review: Ok, I have to admit, I have resisted seeing this film because of one name, Mark Wahlberg. Its this thing I have, the psychologists haven't been able to put a name to it, but I have a fear of viewing films with certain "actors", Wahlberg being one of said "actors". It's probably why I haven't seen The Matrix yet, the same symptoms seem to appear anytime I see Keanu Reeves. But my friend Jack tempted me and I did partake.Writer-Director David O. Russell, deliverers a film that takes a unique perspective at modern warfare, examining the beauty and pain of the human character. I'll have to tell you, it made me reexamine my view of war. Four soldiers go AWOL in search of gold bullion (not the small cubes used to make soup) that Saddam Hussein's army has stolen from Kuwait. Finding and retrieving the gold was easy, but getting out of the country with the gold and their lives becomes the crux of the story as the soldiers struggle with the worth of the gold versus the worth of protecting the Iraqi civilians they have befriended. This for me made the film; I have seemed to have lost hope with humanity as of late. I think it is the drive I make to work everyday. I see these cars with images of the American Flag or Calvin pissing on Bin Laden clinging to the rear windows, it's suppose to say I'm a good citizen or something like that, but they drive like terrorists, putting lives at risk, they obviously don't care about their fellow man. Anyway, Three Kings forces those involved to make a choice between doing the right thing for humanity and doing the right thing for themselves. If you saw Traffic, this movie has a similar feel, kind of grainy, makes you feel as if you really are in the heat of the desert. Oh, we can't leave out the bullet cam; this could very easily have been a scene from Fight Club. We have seen this before, helmet cam, ball cam, goal cam, but this is bullet cam, we actually see the bullet tearing through flesh and organs from the bullets point of view, odd really. I also really enjoyed the small role played by Jamie Kennedy; this guy is really funny and extremely talented. If you haven't seen his show, The Jamie Kennedy Experiment, I highly recommend it, check it out on the WB, I know the WB, but this show really has substance. So go out and get Three Kings and if your friends ask, just say that Chet beguiled me and I did partake.
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Summary: Why we fight Why we feel
Review: Is it for honor? Is it for glory? Is it for money? Perhaps it is for all three of these reasons. This film reminded me of THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE UGLY except the three in the title were all GOOD. The backdrop of the film is war. The motivating factor is greed and lust. Through the transgression of man's ability to commit war, humanity surfaces in the most unlikely places and at the most unlikely times. Even though this film looks more offbeat every time I watch it, it seems to make greater sense with each viewing.
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Summary: Sets a New Standard for DVD Releases
Review: Normally, you'd expect a DVD with this much extra stuff to cost about forty bucks, but Warners has outdone themselves here. Three Kings not only contains David O. Russell's superb movie, but two audiocommentarys, behind the scenes featurettes, a very amusing look at "The Acting Process" with Ice Cube and tons more. The mark of a great DVD is one that takes a two-hour movie and turns it into an eight-hour(at least)viewing experience. By the way, Mr. Russell is one of the few directors to SUCCESSFULLY make the leap from indie films to "Big" Movies. Ican't wait to see what this guy does next!
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Summary: This movie takes my breath away!
Review: One of the better movies I have seen in a long time. The cinematography is just awesome. I felt it was the perfect mix of humour, drama, and action. If you haven't seen this movie you should. Buy it it rocks.
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Summary: A solid piece of filmmaking
Review: I'm not a war fan. My dad is, but I could care less about the genre. However, 3 Kings opened up my eyes. Unfortunately, I walked into the theater 20 minutes late so missed most of the "comdeic" part of the film. However, I did get a chance to see the gag with the blood and guts falling from the sky. However, after that, I saw a good movie with a good plot, stylish directing, and good performances all around. This movie takes place right after the Gulf War. Our Heroes are in charge of getting stolen gold from Iraq back to Kuwait. They complete their mission, but they find themselves in the middl of a heap of trouble. After they shoot a couple of Iraq soldiers, they must escape with refugees to the Kuwait border to get them from a certain death. Of course, the US has ordered a cease of fire and now both Iraq and US troops are after them as they trek to the border. The script is somewhat cut and dry, but the action is pretty angaging. The ending is a little predictable, but it leaves a good impression. I recommend this movie, and I'm considering taking this genre for real.
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Summary: Excellent, fiercely intelligent adventure drama.
Review: BY EVERY RIGHT AND STANDARD A BRAVE AND TRUE AMERICAN CLASSIC! A fast attack of ideas, action and hard-edged laughs. Top notch performances and FIRST-RATE writing.
Cinematic brilliance!
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Summary: Movie Is Nice
Review: This movie is really nice. It made me really warm because it was shot in the desert and I felt like it would be really hot in the desert. All those guys were wearing so much clothing that they must have been hot too. I hope there was lots of water there'. Sike Jonze was good because he was from South and I like people from the south because they are like me. I also liked Soldier #3. His performance was brilliant.
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Summary: a fresh look at the gulf war
Review: Im glad someone is finally starting to pick up the gulf warissue. Its time everybodys stops to believe the CNN version of this "clean war". Going to war over Kuwait was justified, but leaving Saddam behind still being in charge of Iraq was a [...] shame. Three Kings does a great job of balancing humor, sincerity, reality and entertainment. Plus I liked the directors style a lot. I highly recommend this movie. END.
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