A lot of hype, but no explosions!

Rating: 4/10 (27 February 2010)

I was very aware that I was watching a film. I couldn't buy into the things that were happening, it all seemed a bit too "Hollywood" for me, especially the scene involving the British troops. Why were they so disorganised and useless under fire compared to the mighty US? They weren't even wearing uniforms!!! They had drank all the water and seemed to do absolutely nothing while the shoot-out took place. I was glad to hear REAL soldiers slate this film as my suspicions were vindicated. The idea that there are guys recklessly disarming bombs when they can be safely detonated is a joke. I think my criticisms were summed up by another review that praised the film for its "realistic story", they proceeded to say "I felt like I was actually in Irak"...yes, "Irak"...maybe this film is exactly like Irak, but it shares little resemblance with Iraq.