Grim, powerful war movie

Rating: 10/10 (17 March 2002)

No Man's Land is a powerful, compelling film about the futility of war. The three major protagonists, two Bosnians and a Serb, are thrown together in a terrible situation, out of which it will be difficult to escape unscathed.
In addition to the warring factions, outside influences enter the picture in the form of a TV news reporter, and members of the UN forces in the region.
All three principals are excellent actors. In a supporting role, Katrin Cartlidge, as the TV reporter, is outstanding.
The portrayal of the British colonel who commands the UN troops is over-the-top. Other than that, I believe the script is excellent. This multinational production worked for me on both dramatic and historical grounds. A must see movie--not visually bloody, but haunting and saddening by what occurs, and what is implied.