Not what i expected-not a bad thing,

Rating: 8/10 (5 November 2005)

OK, this has already been said, this isn't like a "Thin Red Line" or "Saving Private Ryan" (although they are both fine movies). The action here takes place in what isn't seen and in what isn't done. I did not feel that this was political movie in any way. I felt it was a story and a well told one at that. I'll continue the praise of the cinematography but I will also throw in that the soundtrack was pretty solid too. I liked it-and I judged it harshly. I was admittedly looking for some sneaky political message; however, all I found was good acting, a touching story (nothing wrong with a soldier crying), and well made film. Also as a final note, I enjoyed the voice-overs too, lol I am a sucker for well placed voice overs.