A blockbuster of stars

Trudie 2022-04-19 09:02:01

A blockbuster of stars. It tells about the Soviet Union's invasion of Afghanistan during the Cold War in the 1980s. US Congressman Charlie Wilson, socialite Joanna and Agent Cia used their identities and abilities to apply for about 750 million in funds and materials to help the Afghan people repel the Soviet Red Army. . Interestingly, after watching the film, I checked the relevant information about the war in West Asia. It is said that the guerrillas in Afghanistan supported by the United States were precisely the guerrillas who served in the 9.11 incident. The war started in December 1979, and there was a boycott of the 1980 Moscow Olympics by the United States, China, the United Kingdom and other countries. I wonder if the Moscow brothers now want to say to the Chinese brothers: now, u see it hurts.

After watching the film, I thought of two questions. The U.S. government and media do often fool the stupid and rude American people, making them feel that they were sent by God to maintain justice, and making them feel that they have a serious sense of mission.

Also, the wishful expansion of any major power in history will eventually pay a heavy price. The day before yesterday was Mongolia, yesterday was the former Soviet Union, and today may be the United States. The stage of history is so big that you cannot always play the leading role.

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Charlie Wilson's War quotes

  • Gust Avrakotos: It's called the Milan Anti-Tank Missile.

    Charlie Wilson: Can the Afghans win without it?

    Gust Avrakotos: No.

    Charlie Wilson: End of discussion.

  • Charlie Wilson: How old are you?

    Mike Vickers: I'll be 30 next week.

    Charlie Wilson: This is CIA's weapons expert?

    Gust Avrakotos: One of them.

    Charlie Wilson: But he's the most senior.

    Gust Avrakotos: Look...

    Chess Player #1: Mike!

    Mike Vickers: Yeah, bishop to queen's knight 7.

    Gust Avrakotos: See, he's playing without even looking at the board.

    Charlie Wilson: That's a useful skill... if Afghanistan's ever invaded by Boris Spassky.