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Body of Lies - 7/10
Hans 2022-03-20 09:01:27
The plot surrounding the Iraq War is really disgusting. The film, shot in a satirical tone of great Americanism, still feels a little hypocritical. It may be mixed with too many personal emotions. . . The highlight of this film is the two powerful male protagonists. Leonardo's performance is quite satisfactory, which is very reminiscent of the role of "Blood Diamond". Personally, I think Russell Crowe's performance is more in place, but it is a pity that there are too few scenes. I don't like the ending of the film, it feels a bit anticlimactic, and the explanation is not very sufficient. Ridley Scott pays too much attention to the appearance of the film. It is visually gorgeous but ignores many details. The theme of 'lie' is not very clear. Regret two.
Extended Reading
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[first lines]
Al-Saleem: Ali.
Ali: Yeah.
Al-Saleem: As we destroyed the bus in Sheffield last week, we will be ready and prepared for the operation in Britain. We avenge the American wars on the Muslim world.
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Ed Hoffman: It is a fallacy that prolonged war will weaken an occupied enemy. It most likely will make your enemy stronger.