"Sometimes our best efforts are just not good enough."

Rating: 10/10 (15 January 2020)

I feel like this film captures the essence of such statement much more so than many other films of the action/war genre. Together with our hero, we realize that all our plans and desires are fragile. Quite often, in fact, it's our own physical limitations as human beings that prevent us from fulfilling set goals. Intentions however not only count for getting war medals, but they do make a difference. I just love this half-full vs half-empty undertone that the film sets from start to finish.
Speaking of this film from the technical standpoint, it is as good as they say. While initially I was unsure about using long takes (not the biggest fan of such gimmicks), I felt in this case its use did not detract anything from the plot. It actually made it appear more personal in places.
p.s. Special mention goes to some of the best foreshadowing moments I have witnessed so far.