One of the best war movies out there

Rating: 9/10 (19 January 2015)

I didn't know the story Chris Kyle before the movie was made. I've since heard a few things about him and one of the most frequent things I've read is that the reason he had so many recorded kills was because he went out of his way to do so. Regardless of whether this is true or not, it doesn't take away from this movie. This is a top five war movie in my eyes of all time. It doesn't just concentrate on the war part but on his family and home life as well. It's that conflict for him that's so compelling on screen.
His first kill isn't how he envisioned it and maybe that changes him and takes him on this ride of emotions through his four tours. While at home, he's very on edge and his wife can tell he's changed. All he wants to do is go back, fight and protect our country. Not thinking of the consequences he's leaving behind at home with his family.
The action scenes are tense and fascinating to watch. Especially the last gun fight that ensues after he does something not many people in this world can do. I was hooked from beginning to end and it was an unfortunate and tragic ending. If you don't know what happened to him, I suggest you read up on it. A solid 9/10.